Plant Operator

About the role

We are hiring a Plant Operator in Kingsport, TN. The position is open and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for and steward equipment within our production facility, including compressors, pumps, filling stations, and forklifts, to support a steady supply of industrial gases.
• Engage in routine inspections and maintenance contributions to keep equipment in excellent condition, noticing and building alignment on any needs promptly to help the team succeed.
• Safely support the flow and transport of cylinders, including filling and quality checks, prioritizing the well-being of the team and following safety guidelines.
• Contribute to accurate and helpful records of equipment maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities to foster team transparency.
• Maintain a commitment to all safety protocols and procedures to foster a secure and supportive work environment for everyone.
• Participate in collaborative team meetings and safety initiatives to pioneer new ways of working together effectively.

Requirements

• Applicants should be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
• A technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.
• Industrial Gas Experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and thoughtful organizational skills.
• A shared commitment to safety and following the protocols that keep our whole team secure.
• Comfort with operating a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed to support your teammates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
• A technical certification in industrial operations is a plus.
• Industrial Gas Experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and thoughtful organizational skills.
• A shared commitment to safety and following the protocols that keep our whole team secure.
• Comfort with operating a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed to support your teammates.

Skills

• Experience operating equipment like a forklift to move materials and products within the facility safely and efficiently.
• Accurate and helpful records of equipment maintenance, cylinder tracking, and production activities.
• Commitment to all safety protocols and procedures.
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional extra hours when needed to support your teammates.

Benefits

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

Pay

$15.00 per hour + potential additional pay of up to $4 per hour based on performance.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit.
• Parental leave.
• Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays.
• Jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave.
• Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Recruiter Contact Information

Contact Recruiter: Jacob (Jacob.braithwaite@airliquide.com) or call/text 980-445-9764.

About Airgas

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.

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.