Plant Operator - Retest
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. Airgas scores B on the Alion truth index.
Location:
Theodore, AL - Filling industrialHow 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 Retest Plant Operator in Theodore, AL!
We are looking for you!
- Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
- Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
- Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
- Early Access:Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.
At Airgas, as a Plant Operator - Retest, you'll be a key player in filling industrial, medical, and specialty gas cylinders. Your role is crucial in ensuring compliance with regulations and Airgas standard operating procedures while maintaining excellent safety standards.
- Safely operate and maintain gas-filling equipment.
- Perform minor equipment maintenance and cylinder inspections.
- Follow pre-fill and post-fill inspections, tests, and operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate cylinder filling records and regulatory compliance.
- Promptly complete daily fill sheets and records.
- Attach warning and identification tags to cylinders.
- Effectively coordinate loading/unloading cylinders onto delivery trucks.
- Conduct regular plant/warehouse safety checks.
- Immediately report accidents or injuries.
- Support shift schedules, including occasional overtime.
- Conduct safety checks, such as odor tests and valve inspections.
- Operate forklift and other required equipment.
- Assist with inventory management and housekeeping.
- Fill cylinders in other areas when needed.
- Demonstrate strong dedication to Airgas Safety Pledge and 12 Life Saving Rules.
- Ensure consistent compliance with OSHA, FDA, DOT, EPA regulations, and meticulous record-keeping.
- Uphold Specialty, Medical, and Food Gas Standard Operating Procedures.
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Are you a MATCH?
Required Qualifications:
- Applicants should be 18 years of age or older
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in plant operations, industrial maintenance, or a related field is preferred.
- 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.
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Benefits
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
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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 [email protected].
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