Cylinder Operator - LVL 1 (Union - HI)

Airgas•Kapolei, HI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. We are looking for you! The Level I Operator will manually and/or with the aid of material handling equipment move industrial gas cylinders to different areas of the plant and loads/unloads cylinders from delivery trucks.

Requirements

Minimum one (1) year related experience and/or training preferred.
Prior forklift operating experience is necessary, certification preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, MSDS, and procedure manuals.
Possess basic math skills – addition and subtraction.
Possess basic writing skills – spelling and punctuation, legible letters and numbers.
Able to perform heavy physical work - routinely pushing pulling more than 125 lbs with prolonged standing.
Able to work safe and efficiently in a fast-paced environment, to meet deadlines.
Detailed-oriented with good organizational skills.
Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet operational deadlines.
Team player attitude with ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds
Must be punctual and comply with shift schedule.
Pre-employment and random drug testing applies.

Nice To Haves

certification preferred

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklift, hand-truck, pallet-jack, chain hoist, etc. to load/unload compressed industrial gas, liquid cylinders to and from delivery trucks to filling and storage areas.
May load cylinders onto vehicles manually or with the aid of material handling equipment.
Transfer plant cylinders to different areas within the facility using a forklift.
Performs cylinder maintenance such as valving, de-valving, and shot blasting
Perform cylinder cleaning, painting and maintenance as needed
Identify and sort cylinders for efficient refilling and handling.
Notify foreman or manager if normal truck loading duties cannot be accomplished for any reason.
Replace pallet straps as necessary.
Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
Attend safety meetings.
Complete load sheets accurately and distribute to drivers at the end of shift.
Maintain a clean, safe and orderly plant appearance.
Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to foreman or manager.
Comply with all Airgas safety rules and company policies.
Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.
Wear proper PPE in work area at all time.
Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.