Production Associate (Cylinder Filler)

Airgas•Cheshire, CT

1d•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. Airgas is Hiring for a Production Associate (Cylinder Filler) in Cheshire, CT! We are looking for you! Shift Time: 1st Shift (5am-1:30pm), Monday-Friday Pay Rate: $23/hr

Requirements

High school degree or GED required.
Mechanical aptitude.
Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities.
A minimum of 1 year of related technical experience.
In lieu of specific industry experience, may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP system preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office applications.
Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent.

Responsibilities

Safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical and high pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas.
Carefully reviews cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
Conducts a variety of safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests and checking caps and valves, to foster a secure work environment.
Evaluates products for purity and correct mixtures to ensure excellent quality for our customers.
Stewards the care of high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders.
Prepares high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
Connects to manifold and evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants.
Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, adhering to regulations and standards to ensure product integrity.
Supports the team with the loading and unloading of cylinders on and off pallets and tractor-trailers.
Operates a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment with a focus on collective safety.
Maintains essential records for DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards.
Completes quality control sheets as required to advance our commitment to excellence.
Remains mindful of the characteristics of various gases; identifies the size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting labels and color-coding.
Accurately labels cylinders to support clear communication across the facility.
Collaborates on additional projects as needed.