Plant Operator II

Airgas • Sparks, NV

87d • $22

About The Position

Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator II in Sparks, NV! The Production Operator II will be responsible for safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical, and high-pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. Performing various duties in the plant, including monitoring equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products, and performing both Level 1 & Level 2 duties. Inspects cylinders before filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards. Conducts a variety of Safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests, checking caps, and valves. Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures. Handles high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders. Prepares high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling. Attaches to the manifold and evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants. Fills cylinders by pressure and weight per regulations and standards. Assists with the loading and unloading of cylinders on and off pallets and tractor-trailers. Operates a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment. Manages paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards. Completes quality control sheets as required. Understands hazards of various gases, sizes, and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks. Accurately labels cylinders. Compliance with all government and company standards for safely handling hazardous materials/cylinder gases. Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly plant appearance. All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience in related manufacturing operation; filling or loading experience preferred.
• Strong background in gas, welding, and safety supply industry or chemical industry preferred.
• Ability to complete training and achieve certifications for filling all cryogenic liquids and pure industrial gases.
• Ability to complete FDA, Food Grade, and CGMP Training and achieve certifications.
• Must be able to operate forklift and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong level of attention to detail.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle and fill gas products into liquid, medical, and high-pressure gas cylinders.
• Monitor equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products.
• Inspect cylinders before filling according to standard procedures.
• Conduct safety checks such as odor tests and checking caps and valves.
• Analyze products for purity and correct mixtures.
• Prepare high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
• Attach to the manifold and evacuate cylinders to eliminate contaminants.
• Fill cylinders by pressure and weight per regulations and standards.
• Assist with loading and unloading cylinders on and off pallets and tractor-trailers.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
• Manage paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards.
• Complete quality control sheets as required.
• Understand hazards of various gases and accurately label cylinders.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly plant appearance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Progressive parental leave package offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.
• 401k plan with company matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents.
• Airgas Scholarship Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees