Plant Operator

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R Plant Operator (Open)

Location:

Waukesha, WI - Acetylene production & filling

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. Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator in Waukesha WI! We are looking for you!

• Pay $23.50 an hour
• Comprehensive Family Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Support for Parents: 14-week paid childbirth benefit
• Future Security: 401(k) with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Early Access:
  Benefits start after 30 days of employment

Recruiter:
Kailee Cooper,

• Safely operate equipment for the handling and production of packaged gas cylinders, for high pressure and liquefied gases
• Load and unload gas cylinders and other products onto/off route trucks; move cylinders with carts
• Sort empty cylinders by type to maintain an organized workflow
• Roll cylinders and operate a forklift for movement on pallets
• Read and interpret cylinder labels; understand hazards of various gases and color-coding; label cylinders accurately
• Safely handle high-pressure, medical, and liquid cylinders; prepare high-pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling; attach to manifold and evacuate cylinders to remove contaminants
• Contribute to basic cylinder maintenance (painting, labeling, cleaning work area)
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling and perform safety checks per procedures; fill cylinders by pressure and weight according to regulations
• Monitor cylinder quantities, styles, and product; assist with inventory
• Coordinate documentation to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards; complete quality control sheets as required
• Uphold all government and company standards relating to safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases

• HS Diploma or equivalent preferred

• Experience in a manufacturing operation; filling or loading experience is a plus
• Familiarity with the gas, welding, and safety supply or chemical industries
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets
• Ability to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds
• Customer service skills
• Self-motivated; able to contribute in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and precision
• Ability to perform basic calculations and understand units of measure
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (training may be provided)
• Physical dexterity to navigate the plant floor; vision and sensory awareness for safety
• Regularly able to lift up to 60 pounds and move up to 800 pounds with equipment

We care about and support our Airgas families. Our benefits package includes 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 for eligible full-time employees. We offer a 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement, and discounted college tuition for eligible dependents;
Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement for eligibility 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.

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