Production Operator I

Airgas•Santa Ana, CA

11d•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 Santa Ana, CA! W e are looking for you! The Cylinder Filler will be responsible for 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.

Requirements

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and be detailed-oriented with good organizational skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, MSDS, and procedure manuals
Possess basic mathematic and written skills

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training preferred.
Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with fellow Associates in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Inspects 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, checking caps and valves.
Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures to ensure excellent quality.
Handles high-pressure, medical and liquid cylinders.
Prepares high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
Attaches to manifold, evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants.
Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards.
Collaborates with the loading & unloading of cylinders on & off pallets and tractor trailers.
Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
Coordinates paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards.
Completes quality control sheets as required.
Becomes familiar with hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
Accurately labels cylinders.
Upholds all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
Supports the care of a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.
Other duties as assigned.