#7198 - Fill Plant Operator

American Welding and Gas, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Fill Plant Operator at our gas cylinder production / distribution facility in Billings MT!

This is an Entry Level Position. Comprehensive training provided to kick-start your career journey.

Position Summary :

This position will have the primary responsibility for the manufacturing of compressed gas and liquid products, which includes pre-fill inspection of cylinders, filling, labeling and analysis or quarantine of cylinders prior to release for shipment.

In this role, the ideal candidate must also move and store cylinders and may load / unload cylinders for transport.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Read, understand, and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Ensure manifold meets required specifications (daily).
• Ensure all cylinders pass required pre-fill inspections prior to filling.
• Fill cylinders as outlined in the SOP.
• Move compressed gas or liquid cylinders.
• Correctly label cylinders.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, HazMat, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications to be a Fill Plant Operator : No special skills are required but some requirements mean you have the potential to be an operator :

• High school diploma / GED.
• Able to read and write English.
• Able to read and interpret gauges and analog dials.
• Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders.
• Forklift skills and experience are a plus.
• Ability to lift 75-100 lbs.
• Must be detail-oriented, flexible and work well with other people.
• Ability to perform duties in a safety-conscious manner with minimal supervision.

Incentives :

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Company Provided Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• AWG Culture- Known for being one of the best in the industry, offering a family-like atmosphere and continuous growth opportunities, resulting in an industry-low turnover rate

AWG is expanding and seeking exceptional talent to drive our progress forward. Don't miss out on a promising future -Join our team today!

About Us :

American Welding & Gas, Inc. (AWG) manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases. AWG is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with 81 branch locations, 19 gas fill plants in 21 states, stretching from Montana through Florida.

As one of the largest independent gas and welding supply distributors, AWG has the expertise, assets and sources of supply necessary to service large, bulk cryogenic gas customers as well as small businesses.

American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

About American Welding and Gas :

American Welding & Gas, an employee owned company, is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. AWG traces its history to Valley Welding Supply in Billings, MT and Scott-Gross Company in Lexington, KY - both of which began in 1949.

The Company has grown both organically and through acquisition to its present size. AWG manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases and associated welding and safety supplies.

We operate 76 retail locations and 16 gas fill plants located in seventeen states stretching from Montana through Georgia.

AWG has 585 employees who serve our customers in over 30 states and Canada.