Plant Operator

Airgas • Moss Point, MS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Operator contributes to the success of day-to-day operations. Engage in the safe handling of Anhydrous Ammonia and Ammonium Hydroxide processes and applications to accommodate Airgas consumers. Maintains neat, clean, and professional personal appearance, and maintains facility to the professional standards modeled by the Airgas team. Listens to customers and builds alignment regarding service inquiries and needs. Bulk cargo tank loading/unloading/evacuation (anhydrous ammonia/ammonium hydroxide). Stewardship of the facility and all operational aspects. Truck and trailer maintenance including pump rebuilds and all other process pieces. Cold Flo sampling (anhydrous ammonia). Production and testing (ammonium hydroxide). Daily inventory/monitoring of products. Data recording/interpreting. Support the team in maintaining safety standards so they are collectively upheld. Complete plant inspections and hose inspections.

Requirements

• Highschool Diploma or GED
• General understanding of the safety requirements while working with hazardous material
• Collaborative communicator who supports the team and understands instructions when performing daily operational tasks
• Contributes to forecasting daily, weekly, and monthly production/maintenance requirements
• Flexibility for 50-60 hours a week to support peak operations
• Comfort with spending 80-90% of time working outside in the elements
• Proficiency in basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages)
• Comfort with lifting 50-60 lbs. as needed
• Availability to work 12-14 hour shifts including holidays and weekends to ensure operational continuity
• Stamina to be on your feet and mobile throughout the facility for the majority of the day

Nice To Haves

• Background in basic engine, pump, and hydraulic repairs
• CDL

Responsibilities

• Safe handling of Anhydrous Ammonia and Ammonium Hydroxide processes and applications
• Bulk cargo tank loading/unloading/evacuation (anhydrous ammonia/ammonium hydroxide)
• Truck and trailer maintenance including pump rebuilds and all other process pieces
• Cold Flo sampling (anhydrous ammonia)
• Production and testing (ammonium hydroxide)
• Daily inventory/monitoring of products
• Data recording/interpreting
• Complete plant inspections and hose inspections

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Up to 14-week paid child birth benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick time
• 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
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED