Plant Operator

Airgas • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator in Nashville, TN! At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We are looking for you! We are searching for a confident Plant Operator to join our incredible team at Airgas in Nashville, TN. Growing your career as a Full Time Plant Operator is an incredible opportunity to develop useful skills. If you are strong in creativity, decision-making and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Plant Operator at Airgas today.

Requirements

• 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.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate and safely maintain equipment for pumping or repackaging gases into cylinders
• Perform all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released
• Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained – cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected
• Regularly inspect and maintain pumping apparatus and associated pressure gages and monitoring devices
• Fill cylinders or containers to proper pressure or weight, whichever is appropriate
• Ensure cylinder filling records are accurately maintained and that all required procedures are followed in order to comply with local, state and federal regulations
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported to management
• Conduct periodic checks of plant for safe and efficient operation
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment
• Maintain neat, clean and orderly plant appearance
• Perform mathematical calculations
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers when required
• Assist with inventory, general housekeeping, and help customers when necessary
• Perform backup duties as a route driver when necessary
• Additional duties as required: This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents are expected to follow any other reasonable instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor. Performance of this job in a safe manner and in keeping with established Airgas policies is a condition of employment

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• tuition reimbursement
• 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