Cylinder Filler - Tyler TX

POSITION SUMMARY

The Cylinder Filler is responsible for safely handling and filling gas products
into liquid, medical and high-pressure gas cylinders in compliance with
federal, state, local regulations, and meeting Matheson's standard operating
procedures. This position reports directly to the Production Manager or
Operations Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may
be assigned.

Fills all gas cylinders, high and low pressure, and liquid containers in
accordance with safety procedures, quality
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.
Comply with safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations,
procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities
Movement of cylinders as required in the plant. May be required to load and
unload trucks.
Completes all documentation and forms in compliance with company policy and FDA
requirements during the fill process. Accurately and legibly ensures products
are labeled properly, with current decals and lot numbers. Forms include daily
production report, FDA log sheet, Label Verification form, Calibration form and
Bulk log sheet.
Tests all gases and documents results on compression log report accurately and
legibly
Complies with all government and company standards relating to the safe
handling of hazardous materials/cylinder gases.
Maintains a neat, clean and orderly workplace through proper housekeeping
procedures
Monitors and maintains sufficient stock to meet customer demand
Monitors inventory of empty cylinders prepared and ready for filling.
May be required to maintain cylinders and repair filling equipment, such as
pigtails, fill hoses, valves and safeties.
Sets tone for employees by good example through observation of the company's
loss prevention policies and procedures.
Adheres to all quality assurance policies and standards
Reports accidents including near misses, unsafe acts or conditions and obeys
safety rules.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
Preferred knowledge/experience in gas, welding and safety supply industry or
chemical industry preferred.
Minimum one year experience in the gas/welding industry as a warehouse worker
or a driver.
Excellent customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong level of attention to detail.
Ability to read and comprehend material safety data sheets.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Able to work flexible hours (within 2-3 hours of starting and quitting times).
Ability to perform math functions and analysis as needed by the position.
Ability to safely operate a forklift.
Must be able to read and write and perform mathematical exercises of moderate
complexity.
Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities
and backgrounds
Must be able to push cart 200 + lb. cylinders and bend/lift 50+lb containers.

Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and
regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected
veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.