Loader/Sorter

Airgas • Indianapolis, IN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is hiring a Loader/Sorter in Indianapolis, IN. This role involves handling industrial gas cylinders, ensuring their quality, safety, and efficient processing. The company emphasizes diversity, respect, and innovation in its workplace culture. Associates are empowered to share ideas and contribute to the company's success.

Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.
• Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Documents type and quantity of cylinders while loading them onto vehicles using hand trucks, chain hoists, or forklifts.
• Assesses returned cylinders for surface quality, such as dents, cracks, and burns, and moves cylinders to designated work areas.
• Cleans cylinders using wire brushes and cleaning solutions.
• Skillfully replaces valves using wrenches.
• Connects exhaust manifolds to cylinders and turns valves to draw off residual gas.
• Tests filled cylinders for leaks by applying a chemical solution around the valve to ensure safety standards.
• Weighs filled cylinders on platform scales and shares weight data.
• Secures protection caps over valves.
• Updates warning and identification tags on cylinders.
• Provides support by filling cylinders with compressed gas.
• Skillfully manage forklifts to safely load and unload compressed gas and liquid cylinders to and from delivery vehicles.
• Identify, sort, and organize cylinders to ensure an effective and smooth refilling process.
• Assess cylinders prior to filling, following standard operating procedures to maintain excellence.
• Share activity and deficiency updates to support the team’s goals.
• Replace safety valves on cylinders.
• Update labels as needed.
• Replace pallet straps to maintain a secure work environment.
• Contribute to a clean and organized work area.
• Perform painting as needed to maintain equipment quality.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• 14-week paid child birth benefit
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave
• Floating holidays
• Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED