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Plant Operator

Airgas•Decatur, AL
•Onsite

About The Position

Airgas is hiring a Plant Operator at its Finley filling facility in Decatur, Alabama. The role supports the safe and efficient operation of a production facility and the filling of industrial gas cylinders while maintaining quality standards. Operators care for production equipment, support cylinder handling and transport, complete inspections and maintenance-related tasks, and keep accurate records. The position also involves following safety procedures and participating in team meetings and safety initiatives. This is a first-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The posting lists two openings. A monthly plant incentive may provide up to an additional $4 per hour.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Commit to following safety protocols.
  • Be comfortable operating a forklift safely and efficiently.
  • Be flexible to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
  • Technical certification in industrial operations.
  • Industrial gas experience.
  • Experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

  • Care for and steward production equipment, including compressors, pumps, filling stations, and forklifts.
  • Conduct routine inspections and contribute to maintenance to keep equipment in good condition, escalating needs promptly.
  • Support safe cylinder flow and transport, including cylinder filling and quality checks.
  • Help maintain records of equipment maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities.
  • Follow safety protocols and procedures.
  • Participate in collaborative team meetings and safety initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Paid 14-week childbirth benefit and parental leave.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching funds.
  • Tuition assistance or reimbursement and discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents.
  • Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
  • Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
  • Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
  • Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.
  • Referral bonus.
  • Monthly plant incentive potentially worth up to $4 more per hour.

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