Plant Operator - Cylinder Prep

* Loads and unloads gas cylinders from pallets, moving cylinders safely utilizing proper cylinder movement techniques.* Follows Airgas standard operating procedures while conducting pre-fill inspections of cylinders and valves to ensure cylinders can be safely filled.* Connects cylinders to various gas manifolds for processing. This process involves a proper leak check—including pressure-checking connections and valves—followed by venting residual product, purging cylinder gas, and placing the cylinders under a vacuum.* Understands hazards of various gases by utilizing material safety data sheets, cylinder shoulder and or body label, and pure gas color coding.* Performs cylinder maintenance including scraping and painting cylinders, safely changing valves and or pressure relief devices and installing new valves in high pressure cylinders.* Understands basic compressor operation as well as cryogenic liquid and vacuum pump operations.* Perform valve and cylinder inventory.* Qualify to operate forklift and perform forklift inspection.* Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic equipment maintenance.* Keep a clean and orderly work area.* Other duties as assigned.* Hourly rate - $21-$23/hr* One year of prior experience in a hands-on manufacturing or processing role or previous industrial gas experience preferred.* 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.* Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.* Strong level of attention to detail.* Ability to safely operate a forklift.* Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus objects.* Regularly required to stand, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, grasp, feel and talk or hear.* Able to smell and hear leaking gas from cylinders.* Must be able to be on your feet for extended periods of time throughout the work shift.* Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.* Ability to work in hot and cold environments.Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.We want to ensure a safe experience for everyone interested in joining Airgas. Please be aware of fraudulent job offers that are circulating, falsely using the Airgas name and brand. These scams often involve individuals or organizations impersonating Airgas recruiters or employees through fake emails, social media, and websites. They may attempt to request personal information or, critically, ask for payment for various reasons like application fees, training, or visa processing. **Please be advised that Airgas and our authorized recruitment partners will never ask you for money at any stage of the recruitment process.**You may verify job postings through our official global

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