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. Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 associates globally.

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.

This position is responsible for the daily staging, loading, unloading, and securing cylinders/pallets for 5 route trucks  (3 Industrial/3 Medical.)

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily Staging, Loading, Unloading, and verifying cylinders/pallets for 5 route trucks  (3 Industrial/3 Medical)

Driver Support / Daily Communication & Job Completions

Ensure cylinders are adequately maintained – cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are removed from service until corrected

Sorts and preforms prefill inspection of empty cylinders being received by filling plant for refill. Identifies, sorts, and prioritizes cylinders based on a daily production plan.

Safely loads / unloads compressed gas and liquid cylinders to and from shuttle vehicles.

Reports any cylinder shortages or inventory discrepancies to supervisor.

Preforms daily housekeeping and contributes as directed to end of day shutdown procedures.

Removes labels, lot stickers, washes, paints, and preforms basic maintenance on cylinders as required.

Complies with all state and federal laws, regulations, and safety procedures.

Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported to management

Conduct periodic checks of plant for safe and efficient operation

Operate a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment

Maintain neat, clean and orderly plant appearance

Perform mathematical calculations

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position.  Incumbents are expected to follow any other reasonable instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.  Performance of this job in a safe manner and in keeping with established Airgas policies is a condition of employment

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QUALIFICATIONS:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Forklift experience required. Must be physically able to handle cylinders, liquid vessels, and cradles.

Must be able to use a ratchet type securement system.

Ability to perform very heavy work – routinely lift 25 – 75 lbs., and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 100lbs

Ability to perform work during prolonged standing up to 8 hours; frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, feeling and repetitive motion also required

Ability to perform work during occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling and finger activities

Ability to read and comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

High school degree or the equivalent and one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.  

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. 

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. 

Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

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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.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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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.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

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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.  

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. 

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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