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Production Operator III

Airgas, Inc.
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Spokane
Jun 09, 2026
R10091485 Production Operator III (Open)

Location:

Spokane, WA - 4230 E How 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 Production Operator I in Spokane, WA! We are looking for you!
  • Pay: $23 - $28.50 + Shift Differential

  • Shift: 11:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

  • 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 a 14-week paid child birth benefit 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.

Recruiter: Natasha Smith | Natasha.Smith@airgas.com |

In this role, you will support the safe handling and filling of pure medical grade gas products into high pressure and liquid gas cylinders in alignment with federal, state, local regulations, and meeting the standard operating procedures of Airgas. You will support adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.

  • Contributes to various operations in the plant to include forklift operation, material handling and sorting, inspecting, and or cylinder maintenance work.

  • Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures as required by government, Airgas, and distributor standards.

  • Conducts a variety of Safety checks per procedures, including odor tests, checking caps and valves.

  • Analyzes products for purity and correct mixtures

  • Handles high-pressure gas and liquid cylinders.

  • Prepares high pressure cylinders and cryogenic vessels for filling.

  • Attaches to manifold, evacuates cylinders to eliminate all possible contaminants. Fills cylinders by pressure and weight, per regulations and standards. Assists with the loading & unloading of cylinders on & off pallets and tractor trailers.

  • Operates a forklift, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.

  • Coordinates and organizes paperwork to DOT, FDA, OSHA, and Airgas standards.

  • Completes quality control sheets as required.

  • Understands hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.

  • Accurately labels cylinders.

  • Aligns with all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.

  • Maintains a neat, clean and orderly plant appearance.

  • Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Airgas associates are expected to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance.

  • We welcome flexibility to support the team with any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.

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  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

  • Required Length and Type of Experience

  • Must be able to operate forklift in a safe manner and maintain appropriate forklift certifications.

  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's)

  • Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.

  • Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment.

The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

  • Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.

  • Must be able to work occasional overtime to meet the production schedules.

  • May be exposed to noise or vibrations, hazards, potential explosives, burns electrical or other fumes, mist, dust, odors or gas. Will be around moving machinery and equipment on uneven ground with varying conditions and layouts.

  • The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

  • Must be able to work outdoors in temperatures ranging from -10 to over 110 degrees.

  • Ability to perform very heavy work, routinely lift, push, pull, carry 50+ pounds and occasionally lift 76 to greater than 100 pounds. May occasionally stoop, bend, couch, crawl, twist, kneel or squat up to 33% of the day.

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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 us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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