2nd Shift Plant Operator

2nd Shift Plant Operator – Midland, MI (Acetylene)

Location:

Midland, MI – Acetylene production and filling. Shift time: 2nd Shift (1:30pm‑9:30pm), Monday‑Friday.

• Safely handle and fill gas products into liquid, medical, and high‑pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Airgas standard operating procedures.
• Perform cylinder analyses and support alignment with government and company standards.
• Calculate gas mixtures to meet quality standards and document results.
• Ensure each mixture can be safely produced and coordinate cylinder and valve combinations for compatibility and compliance.
• Operate control panels containing valves and pressure gauges, and scale with a precision‑oriented approach to gas mixtures.
• Complete all production records accurately.
• Uphold and promote company procedures and government regulations related to the safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse/material‑handling equipment.
• Load and unload cylinders on and off pallets, ensuring they are securely strapped.
• Contribute to team success as needed.

• Required: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a wide variety of people and backgrounds.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
• Adherence to Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Preferred: High‑school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in manufacturing operations or loading.
• Strong background in the gas, welding and safety supply, or chemical industry.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 14‑week paid childbirth benefit for parents.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Benefits begin after 30 days of employment.

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. Airgas is 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 to ensure equal access to employment benefits and privileges.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at us-ac