Plant Operator (Filler)

Airgas • Plumsteadville, PA

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About The Position

The Plant Operator (Filler) position at Airgas Therapeutics in Plumsteadville, PA involves learning and understanding the hazards of various gases, accurately labeling cylinders and boxes, and complying with safety programs and regulations. The role requires movement of cylinders, maintaining documentation in compliance with cGMP and FDA requirements, and ensuring a clean workplace. Operators will assist in monitoring stock levels, adhere to quality assurance policies, and report safety incidents. The position also involves operating hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, filling cylinders according to safety procedures, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Good math and analytical skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Precise record keeping.
• Familiar with computers.
• Some heavy lifting.
• Chemical knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand hazards of various gases, size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
• Accurately label cylinders and boxes.
• Comply with Training, safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures applicable to this position's responsibilities.
• Movement of cylinders as required in the plant. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Complete all documentation and forms in compliance with cGMP's policy and FDA requirements during the fill process.
• Maintain a neat, clean and orderly workplace through proper housekeeping procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining sufficient stock to meet customer demand.
• Adhere to all quality assurance policies and standards.
• Report accidents including near misses, unsafe acts or conditions and obey safety rules.
• Able to operate hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Fill cylinders, high and low pressure, in accordance with safety procedures and quality.
• Able to operate a forklift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Progressive parental leave package including 14 weeks of paid childbirth benefit for birth mothers.
• 401k plan with company matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for employees' dependents.
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees