Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician (Open) – R

Location:

Cheshire, CT (Plant) – Filling industrial.

Shift Time: 1st Shift (5am-1:30pm), Monday‑Friday.

Pay Range: $27–30 per hour.

• Provide analytical and technical support for the production and certification of gas cylinders.
• Certify candidate gas standards in compliance with customer requirements, regulatory regulations, and Airgas SOPs.
• Perform cylinder analyses and support alignment and compliance with NIST, FDA, EPA, ISO, DOT, and SMS objectives.
• Produce mixtures to meet required production tolerances and document analytical results.
• Make flammable/oxidizer calculations to ensure mixtures are safely made.
• Select cylinders and valve combinations to ensure compatibility and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze gas mixtures for composition and compliance with production and analytical tolerances, resolving discrepancies.
• Analyze samples of pure gases to determine impurity levels and compare with Airgas specifications to adjust as needed.
• Calculate and document analytical results.
• Operate control panels, valves, pressure gauges, and scales for accurate component measurement.
• Blend a full range of components including flammable gases, corrosive materials, toxic materials, and liquefiable components.
• Provide excellent service to customers, ensuring special product requests are fulfilled.
• Provide technical support to the production lab by validating standards and performing intermediate analyses.
• Complete necessary documentation for all production actions.
• Support safety standards in the production of cylinder gases, including participation in internal audits.
• Comply with company guidelines and regulations for safe handling of hazardous materials and gases.
• Maintain a positive work environment through collaboration in laboratory meetings and team activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of related technical experience (or equivalent education and experience).
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use metrics to improve production efficiency.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse people.
• Ability to read material safety data sheets.
• Flexibility to work a flexible schedule.
• Proficiency with basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rate, ratios, and percent.
• Self‑starter, well organized, able to work independently and under pressure.
• Detail oriented for accurate compliance documentation.
• Dedication to product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to safely drive a forklift.
• Ability to move/transport materials up to 60 lb and up to 125 lb with equipment as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Chemistry, or related field.
• Prior experience with compressed/welding gases, gas analysis, and gas lab equipment.
• Prior experience utilizing SAP.

Airgas offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; tuition assistance; paid holidays, vacation, sick time; parental leave; and other benefits. Eligible employees may also receive a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and Airgas Scholarship Program.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. We do not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations.

If you require accommodations, please contact us by email at us-ac