Production Operator (Material Crusher)

Crusher Operator

Who are we?

A-Gas is a global leader in Lifecycle Refrigerant Management. As the world's largest refrigerant reclamation company, we constantly strive to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue providing our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at .

What will you do?

Production team members assist with overall production requirements for incoming and outgoing products. The crusher operator will work in a continuous flow environment, from raw material unpacking to loading hoppers, operating equipment, and transferring material into storage tanks for further processing.

Why A-Gas?

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 1st shift 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Compensation: The starting pay is $20 per hour or more, depending 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 and criminal background check

Team Culture:  

Join our dynamic team that triumphs in success together! We invite you to reach out if you're ready to embark on a rewarding career and eager to learn while you work. Your future starts here!

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs all production tasks on the crusher, piece of propriety equipment, as assigned
• Monitors processing equipment performance and makes minor adjustments such as setups, calibrations, troubleshooting, and product testing
• Inspects and examines cylinders for defects, dents, and cracks prior to collecting specialty gases
• Demonstrate the ability to be a safety leader by fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring a safe work environment with a commitment to zero injuries, emissions, and leaks
• Must safely operate a forklift, and clamps, when necessary
• Understands hazards of various gases, size and contents of cylinders by reading safety data sheets and cylinder labels as required
• Accurately maintains records and ensures that all required procedures are followed in order to comply with local, state and federal regulations
• Follow and support all processes and procedures in order to prevent a negative impact to Safety, Quality and/or the Environment
• Keep work area clean and free of unneeded cylinders and equipment
• Assists the supervisors with tracking incoming and outgoing production inventory
• Update lean boards as required, tracking through put, down time and performs root cause to assist in driving continuous improvement
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and support 5S and lean project initiatives
• Maintain ISO programs including 9001 and 14001 and comply with all OSHA requirements
• Crosstrain in other areas of the plant, specifically in the destruction department.
• Trouble shoot equipment and perform minor repairs when the equipment is down
• Other duties as assigned

Certifications Required:

• EPA 608 certification required upon hire or must be obtained within 6 months
• Must obtain and/or be able to obtain certification within 60 days of employment for forklift, and clamp

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Ability to work overtime hours including weekends when necessary
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hand tools
• Ability to learn technical chemical processes, gas terminology, cylinder types, and sizes quickly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Knowledge of and experience working with pressure vessels and gas pipelines
• Ability to communicate concisely and effectively in written and verbal formats with stakeholders at multiple levels in the business
• Works well with others and independently
• Organized with great attention to detail
• Self-motivated individual, capable of working with minimum supervision
• Functional computer skills required (Microsoft suite and data entry)
• Ability to follow job instructions, be aware of job responsibilities, and meet KPIs
• Material handling equipment familiarity

Physical Demand Requirements:

• Frequently pushes, pulls, moves, and/or lifts up to 50 pounds independently
• Sitting 10% of the day; standing and/or walking 80-90% of the time
• Lifting/Carrying from one level to another approximately 20% of the time
• Frequently moves cylinders that weigh up to 200 pounds with a four-wheel cart
• Frequently moves crusher box into place by pushing
• Frequently identifies written information on cylinders such as serial numbers, manufacture date, etc.
• 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
• Frequently drives a motorized vehicle or powered industrial truck (i.e. Forklift) and safely maneuvers in restrictive spaces
• Stooping and kneeling up to 40% of the day
• Frequently communicates detailed information to others. Must be able to exchange accurate information that others can understand.
• Constantly works in environments with uncontrolled climate and occasional 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, national origin, disability, or veteran status.