Production Associate; Cylinder Loader

Overview

Airgas is hiring for a Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) in Hingham, MA. Shift Time: 2nd shift (1pm-9:30pm), Monday-Friday. Pay Rate: $23/hr comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. We offer a 14-week paid childbirth benefit, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time. Benefits start after 30 days of employment.

• Load and unload high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks in compliance with government, Airgas, and distributor standards.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling according to required procedures.
• Understand hazards of gases, read cylinder labels, and interpret tank color-coding.
• Comply with government and company standards for safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Load cylinders on/off vehicles using a hand truck or chain hoist; record type and quantity of cylinders.
• Load/unload cylinders on/off pallets and ensure they are strapped in.
• Inspect returned cylinders for defects and perform minor maintenance and inspections prior to filling.
• Move cylinders to designated work areas using safe methods and equipment.
• Segregate out-of-test and defective cylinders; remove old labels and clean cylinders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school degree or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA rules, and related procedures applicable to this position.
• A minimum of 1 year of related technical experience. In lieu of specific industry experience, an equivalent education and experience combination may be accepted.

• Prior experience using SAP or a similar ERP system.
• Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) in all units of measure, including ratios and percentages.

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans; short-term and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance;
Employee Assistance Program; pre-tax commuter benefits; parental leave; vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty, and paid holidays. Eligible employees may also receive a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, dependent college tuition discounts, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine eligibility and any special terms.

Airgas is 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. Airgas is a Government contractor subject to applicable laws. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request.

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