Production Operator II

Airgas•Concord, CA

1d•$25 - $26•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 II in Concord, CA! We are looking for you! The Cylinder Filler will contribute to the team by safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical and high pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and contributing to the standard operating procedures of Airgas. Performing various duties in the plant, including monitoring equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products, and performing both level 1 & 2 duties. Our team members collaborate to support any reasonable work request that falls within their qualifications but not specifically described.

Requirements

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Strong level of attention to detail.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.

Nice To Haves

HS Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of one year prior experience in a manufacturing operation, filling or loading experience preferred
Prior forklift experience preferred
Previous experience in gas, welding, safety supply or chemical industry preferred

Responsibilities

Safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical and high pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations.
Monitoring equipment to fill industrial gas mixes, cryogenic gases, and medical gas products.
Performing both level 1 & 2 duties.
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 and checking caps and valves.
Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures.
Handles high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders.
Prepares high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.
Attaches to the manifold and evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants.
Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards.
Assists with the loading and unloading of cylinders on and off pallets and tractor trailers.
Operates a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment.
Coordinates paper work to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards.
Completes quality control sheets as required.
Understands hazards of various gases, sizes, and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
Accurately labels cylinders.
Upholding all government and company standards for safely handling hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
Maintains a neat, clean, and orderly plant appearance.