Production Operator I

Airgas•Spokane, WA

3d•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 Operator I in Spokane, WA! We are looking for you! The production operator contributes to loading and unloading cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles including company owned and common carriers. Assists with movement of all cylinders as directed by the team and leadership. Contributes to adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you build alignment and positive relationships with vendors, co-workers, and leadership. Stages cylinders in designated areas of the production plant for filling. These areas will be designated by production personnel and shall be areas that ensure the least amount of handling. Loads and unloads our fleet of company vehicles daily. Spot trucks and trailers within a designated area on company property. Transfers cylinders to and from ground storage as needed. Assists production personnel in removing full cylinders from the fill area. Reports all cylinder shortages to leadership. Inspects all cylinders for general condition, reports all discrepancies to leadership. Operates a forklift and other equipment as needed to support material flow. Maintains equipment and communicates requests to Plant Manager in writing. Contributes to cleaning and maintaining the assigned area. Regular and predictable attendance is a core part of our team's success in this position. Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to support the team with various tasks that fall within the qualifications but not specifically described.

Requirements

Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet production schedules.
Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.
May be exposed to noise or vibrations, hazards, potential explosives, burns electrical or other fumes, mist, dust, odors or gas.
Will be around moving machinery and equipment on uneven ground with varying conditions and layouts.
Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.
Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift, push, pull, carry 50+ pounds and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 100 pounds.
May occasionally stoop, bend, couch, crawl, twist, kneel or squat up to 33% of the day.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Must be able to operate forklift in a safe manner and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

Responsibilities

Loading and unloading cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles.
Assisting with the movement of all cylinders as directed by the team and leadership.
Adhering to company policies, including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
Maintaining a positive work atmosphere and building positive relationships.
Staging cylinders in designated areas of the production plant for filling.
Loading and unloading the fleet of company vehicles daily.
Spotting trucks and trailers within a designated area on company property.
Transferring cylinders to and from ground storage.
Assisting production personnel in removing full cylinders from the fill area.
Reporting all cylinder shortages to leadership.
Inspecting all cylinders for general condition and reporting discrepancies.
Operating a forklift and other equipment as needed.
Maintaining equipment and communicating requests to the Plant Manager in writing.
Cleaning and maintaining the assigned area.
Ensuring regular and predictable attendance.