R10091482 Production Operator I (Open)

Location:

Spokane, WA - 4230 E

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

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 Spokane, WA!

We are looking for you!

• Pay: $21.50/hr. + shift differential + Pay For Performance Bonus

• Shift: 11:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.

• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment 

Recruiter: Joel Figueroa | joel.figueroa@airgas.com | Call / Text 813-862-5589

The Production Operator I ensures the loading and unloading of cylinders from inbound and outbound vehicles, including company-owned and common carriers. Supports the movement of all cylinders in collaboration with the management team.

• We prioritize the commitment to company policies, including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.

• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating to foster harmony with vendors, co-workers, and management.

• Stages cylinders in designated areas of the production plant for filling. These areas will be identified with production personnel to ensure smooth and efficient handling.

• Ensures the loading and unloading of assigned company vehicles within the workflow.

• Spots trucks and trailers within a designated area on company property.

• Transfers cylinders to and from ground storage as needed.

• Assists production personnel in removing full cylinders from the fill area.

• Reports all cylinder shortages to management.

• Inspects all cylinders for general condition and shares any discrepancies with management.

• Operates a forklift and other equipment as required to move material.

• Takes care of equipment and communicates maintenance requests to the Plant Manager in writing.

• Contributes to the cleaning and maintaining of the assigned area. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

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Required Qualifications:

• 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.

• Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet the production schedules.

• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.

• May be exposed to noise or vibrations, hazards, potential explosives, burns electrical or other fumes, mist, dust, odors or gas. Will be around moving machinery and equipment on uneven ground with varying conditions and layouts.

• Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.

• Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift, push, pull, carry 50+ pounds and occasionally lift76 to greater than 100 pounds. May occasionally stoop, bend, couch, crawl, twist, kneel or squat up to 33% of the day.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Must be able to operate forklift in a safe manner and maintain appropr