Production Associate I

The Production Associate is responsible for plant operations and activities including shipping, receiving, packing, inventory, shipments and completing checks on equipment and products to ensure quality of production. The position is entry level and is expected to acquire skills and knowledge to perform advanced work through training and development. Position promotion levels will be commensurate with experience and cross training. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Check and maintain stock levels, dispose of damaged or defective stock and communicate to supervisors Check inbound and outbound freight for spec, location fill loads for correct DOT and valves Load/Unload trucks via forklift Inspect product for compliance, quality assurance and proper markings, checking valves and pressure on inbound loads Operate hand grinder, recovery and reclaim equipment and as required perform routine maintenance on equipment Communicate with internal logistics team and coordinate with laboratory technicians on product specification quality controls. Perform hydrostatic testing on cylinders and complete testing logs Filling and packaging refillable gas cylinders Preparation and painting of cylinders Packaging, pulling and processing orders – strapping, stickers, paperwork, pictures. Pulling orders – using forklift and/or pallet jack, palletizing, staging for shipment and entering orders on data entry processing system. May operate up 4 automated packing stations at a time Record transactions in company proprietary systems/software Research issues from orders and repair Always committed to safety Required Skills Lifting between 30lbs-100lbs Extensive movement of cylinders Ability to perform work during prolonged standing for up to 8 hours; frequent bending, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion also required Basic math skills Preferred Experience Ability to communicate in standard business style and grammar Work in different areas as needed Follow directions accurately Experience in working with hazardous / non-hazardous material Experience with compressed gases a plus Proven working experience as a warehouse worker Education High School Diploma or G.E.D. Culture At Hudson Technologies, you’ll find a supportive community where each person helps each other to be their best self. Our future success is being built today by every one of our employees and their recommendations for improvement. Reclaiming the Future Together™. Mission Hudson Technologies is committed to providing products and services that reduce greenhouse refrigerant emissions, increase energy efficiency, and promote sustainability to encourage understanding and ensure future generations inherit a healthy planet. Vision Improving environmental quality and promoting a healthier planet through the sustainable recovery and reuse of natural resources. Benefits Overview We offer competitive market-based compensation. Benefits include medical/dental/vision/RX, 401(k) plan with company match and generous PTO plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Hudson Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Experience Champaign Urbana