Production Operator
Listed on 2026-09-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Material Handler, Production Associate / Production Line, Machine Operator
R Production Operator I (Open)
Location:
Santa Ana, CA - S Fairview Av - Filling industrial 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 Santa Ana, CA! We are looking for you!
Pay: $20.00 -$24.50 (second shift) + Pay For Performance Bonus
Benefits- 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.
The Cylinder Filler will be responsible for safely handling and filling gas products into liquid, medical and high pressure gas cylinders in compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards. Conducts a variety of Safety checks per procedures, such as odor tests, checking caps and valves.
Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures to ensure excellent quality. Handles high-pressure, medical and liquid cylinders. Prepares high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling. Attaches to manifold, evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants. Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards. Collaborates with the loading & unloading of cylinders on & off pallets and tractor trailers.
Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment. Coordinates paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards. Completes quality control sheets as required. Becomes familiar with hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks. Accurately labels cylinders. Upholds all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
Supports the care of a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance. Other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications:
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and be detailed-oriented with good organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training preferred. Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with fellow Associates in a professional manner Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, MSDS, and procedure manuals Possess basic mathematic and written skills The hourly base pay range for this position in California is $20.00/hr.
- $24.50/hr please note that the hourly base pay information is a general guideline only. Airgas considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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 and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and…
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