Plant Operator

How will you CONTRIBUTE

and GROW?Airgas is Hiring a Plant Operator in Evansville, IN!

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

We are looking for you!

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and precise handling, processing, and quality control of compressed and liquefied gas cylinders. This role is essential for maintaining product integrity and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities include preparing returned cylinders, operating specialized manifold and filling equipment, performing mandated safety and leak tests, and accurately documenting all processes. Operators must adhere strictly to federal guidelines and internal safety protocols while executing tasks that range from physical cylinder handling to technical inspections and record keeping.

Gas Operations and Quality Assurance

Operate and Safely Maintain Equipment : Manage the process of pumping or repackaging gases, including operating the filling apparatus and ensuring all associated pressure gauges and monitoring devices are regularly inspected and maintained.

Filling and Testing : Accurately fill cylinders or containers to the proper pressure or weight, and execute all required pre-fill and post-fill inspections and tests before cylinders are released.

Compliance and Safety : Ensure cylinders requiring maintenance or repair are promptly removed from service. Conduct periodic safety checks of the plant for safe and efficient operation.

Logistics and Administration

Record Keeping : Maintain accurate cylinder filling records and follow all required procedures to comply with local, state, and federal regulations.

Warehouse Duties : Safely operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment. Assist with loading and unloading trucks / trailers and support inventory tasks.

Plant Maintenance : Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly plant appearance.

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Are you a MATCH?

High school diploma or equivalent, plus one to two years of related experience and / or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lifting 25–75 lbs. and occasionally lifting 76 to over 100 lbs.

Capability for prolonged standing up to 8 hours, with frequent bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motion.

Ability to perform occasional climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, pushing, and pulling.

Ability to safely drive a forklift.

Proficient in basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).

Reasoning / Language Skills :

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

Aptitude for solving practical problems and interpreting various instructions (written, oral, diagram, or schedule form).

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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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