Cylinder Filler - Anchorage, AK

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.

*Complies with all policies and standards.

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.

Physical Demands

Stationary Position - Constantly

Move/Traverse - Constantly

Stationary Position/Seated - Rarely

Transport/Lifting - Constantly

Transport/Carrying - Constantly

Exerting Force/Pushing - Constantly

Exerting Force/Pulling - Constantly

Ascend/Descend - Constantly

Balancing - Constantly

Position Self/Stooping - Constantly

Position Self/Kneeling - Constantly

Position Self/Crouching - Constantly

Position Self/Crawling - Frequently

Reaching - Constantly

Handling - Constantly

Grasping - Constantly

Feeling - Constantly

Communicate/Talking - Occasionally

Communicate/Hearing - Frequently

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Coordination - Constantly

Mental Demands

Comprehension: The person in this position must be able to

understand direction and adhere to established procedures - Frequently

Organization: The person in this role must be able to gather and classify

information - Occasionally

Reasoning and Decision Making: The person in this role must use logic to make

decisions quickly and effectively. - Frequently

Communication: The person in this position must be able to express and exchange

ideas and meaning with colleagues. - Constantly

Resilience: The person in this position needs to adapt well in the face of

workplace stressors such as customer service complaints and juggling competing

priorities - Constantly

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