Production Operator

R10083346 Production Operator (Open)

Location:

Texarkana, TX - Filling industrial

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

Airgas is Hiring for a Production Operator - Filler 1st Shift in Texarkana, TX!

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We are looking for you!

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Recruiter: Tammie Stacye/tammie.stacye@airgas.com

Fills cryogenic liquids and pure non-flammable industrial gases according to Airgas Fill Plant Standard Operating Procedures.

• Sets pressure gauge to specified reading and watches for indication of full cylinders.

• Adjusts valves and observes gauge to fill cylinder to specified pressure.

• Observes scale indicator to fill cylinders to specified weight.

• Fills cylinder to full capacity, rolls cylinder onto scale and connects vent line to release excess gas and attain prescribed weight.

• Rolls cylinders onto platform, or positions cylinders in manifold racks manually or with the aid of material handling equipment.

• Tests gas for purity using testing equipment.

• Inspects or tests empty cylinders.

• Examines exterior of cylinder for surface defects such as dents, cracks, or burns, and deciphers whether or not to quarantine the cylinder for further inspection.

• Other duties may be assigned.

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to become forklift certified.

• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

• Must be able to read and comprehend all written documentation and instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior forklift experience

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces  the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas 

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