Production Associate (Hydrogen Filler)

Airgas•La Porte, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At Airgas, 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. Airgas is Hiring for a Production Associate - Hydrogen Filler in LaPorte, TX! We are looking for you! As a Production Associate Hydrogen Filler, you will fill high-pressure cylinders and tube trucks with hydrogen and helium, following compression temperature/pressure method. 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 to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Must regularly lift to 25-75 pounds and move more than 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment.
Ability to perform work during prolonged standing up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motion also required.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
Ability to read and comprehend all written documents and instructions.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior forklift experience
Prior compressed gas cylinder filling experience

Responsibilities

Fill high-pressure cylinders and tube trucks with hydrogen and helium, following compression temperature/pressure method.
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 to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.