Production Operator I

Production Operator I (Open)

Location: Phoenix, AZ - Acetylene production & filling

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 Phoenix, AZ!

We are looking for you!

Job duties:

• Perform cylinder cleaning, painting, and general maintenance regularly.
• Identify and sort cylinders for efficient retesting and handling.
• Safely operate forklift, hand-truck, pallet-jack, chain hoist, etc. to load/unload compressed and liquid industrial gas cylinders to and from delivery trucks to testing and storage areas.
• May load cylinders onto vehicles manually or with the aid of material handling equipment.
• Transfer plant cylinders to different areas within the facility using a forklift.
• Notify the supervisor if normal truck loading duties cannot be accomplished for any reason.
• Replace pallet straps as necessary.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and as needed.
• Report any equipment or facility defect(s) to supervisor.
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.

Are you a match?

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Must be customer service oriented and able to interact with fellow Associates in a professional manner.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and be detailed-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move up to 125 pounds with the aid of material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, MSDS, and procedure manuals.
• Possess basic mathematic and written skills.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Preferred qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training preferred.
• Prior forklift experience is preferred.

Work environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Work is performed in varying weather conditions and a non-conditioned industrial environment.

Your differences enhance our performance

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world.

About Airgas

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 healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Equal employment opportunity information

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.