Manufacturing Production Operator - 1st Shift - A-Gas Americas
Bowling Green, OH
About the Job
RTC Operator- Cylinder Refurbisher
Who are we?
A-Gas is a global leader in Lifecycle Refrigerant Management. As the world's largest refrigerant reclamation company, we are constantly striving to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue to provide our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at www.agas.com/us.
What will you do?
The RTC operator is responsible for assisting the production supervisor and team lead with overall refurbishment of all incoming and outgoing cylinders. The position is responsible for all overall refurbishing of cylinders, including but not limited to testing cylinders, blasting and painting cylinders.
 
Why A-Gas?
Monday-Friday, first shift hours are from 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Compensation:Starting pay at $17.00+an hour and up based on experience
Comprehensive Benefits:
- Affordable health coverage for employees and your family
- Low-cost Dental and Vision benefits
- 401k retirement with company match
Work-Life Balance:
- 10 Paid Holidays, plus 2 flex days for your use
- Generous paid time off for personal, vacation, parental, and medical leave
We're Committed to Your Growth:
- Comprehensive training program to help you learn and excel
- Opportunities for certifications and professional development
Safety First Mindset:
- All required PPE is provided, including an annual boot allowance, gloves, glasses, and uniforms
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen andcriminal background check
Team Culture: 
Join our collaborative team that celebrates success together! Ifyou're eager to start a rewarding career and learn on the job, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate equipment to test, blast, band, paint cylinders utilizing water based paint and certifying cylinders when needed
- Ensures that processed product meets established regulatory, customer and A-Gas internal requirements and specifications
- Follows quality protocol concerning required documentation of verifications and the documentation, notification and handling of nonconformities
- Inspects and examines cylinders for defects, dents and cracks
- Understands hazards of various gases; size and contents of cylinders by reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks
Experience, Knowledge, and Qualification
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Process Technician Experience or associate degree preferred
- DOT certification required and/or must be obtained within 1 year
- Forklift, overhead crane and clamp operation experience required or ability to become certified within 60 days
- Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hand tools
- Functional computer skills required
Physical Demand Requirements:   
- Frequently pushes, pulls, moves and/or lifts up to 50 pounds independently
- Frequently operates a computer using a traditional keyboard to input detailed information such as serial numbers
- Manipulations (seizing, holding, grasping or otherwise working with hands) up to 50-75% of the day
- Constantly works in environments with uncontrolled climate and some exposure to outdoor weather conditions
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
It is an exciting time to be a part of A-Gas, come grow with us!