Production Operator 1

Airgas•Texarkana, TX

1d•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. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Production Operator in Texarkana, TX! We are looking for you! Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families. Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time. Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Recruiter: Tammie Stacye/[email protected] Fills cryogenic liquids and pure non-flammable industrial gasses according to Airgas Fill Plant Standard Operating Procedures by any of the following methods. Sets pressure gauge to specified reading and monitors attentively for indicators of full cylinders. Adjusts valves and observes gauge to fill cylinder to specified pressure. Observes scale indicator to fill cylinders to specific weight. Fills cylinder to full capacity, rolls cylinder onto scale and connects vent line to release excess gas and attain prescribed weight. Rolls cylinders onto platform, or positions cylinders in manifold racks manually or with the aid of material handling equipment. Tests gas for purity using testing equipment. Inspects or tests empty cylinders. Examines exterior of cylinder for surface defects such as dents, cracks, or burns, and evaluates and collaborates on quarantine decisions for further inspection. Contributes to additional team goals as needed.

Requirements

Must have the ability to become Forklift Certified
Must be able to read and comprehend all written and computer generated documents.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prior forklift experience

Responsibilities

Fills cryogenic liquids and pure non-flammable industrial gasses according to Airgas Fill Plant Standard Operating Procedures by any of the following methods.
Sets pressure gauge to specified reading and monitors attentively for indicators of full cylinders.
Adjusts valves and observes gauge to fill cylinder to specified pressure.
Observes scale indicator to fill cylinders to specific weight.
Fills cylinder to full capacity, rolls cylinder onto scale and connects vent line to release excess gas and attain prescribed weight.
Rolls cylinders onto platform, or positions cylinders in manifold racks manually or with the aid of material handling equipment.
Tests gas for purity using testing equipment.
Inspects or tests empty cylinders.
Examines exterior of cylinder for surface defects such as dents, cracks, or burns, and evaluates and collaborates on quarantine decisions for further inspection.
Contributes to additional team goals as needed.