Welders Supply & Gases is hiring a Production Associate to work at our Louisville, KY location.
You’ll work with our fill plant team to safely fill, inspect, label, and prepare gas cylinders for delivery to customers. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in doing things correctly, and work well with a team, this could be a great fit.
No gas industry experience? We will train you! Bring a dependable work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
WHY JOIN WELDERS?
• Be part of an established company serving our community since 1948
• Learn practical skills in gas cylinder filling and handling
• Enjoy an active, hands-on workday
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off and paid holidays, subject to eligibility requirements
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety-shoe allowance
WHAT YOUR DAY LOOKS LIKE
You’ll help prepare the compressed gas cylinders and liquid containers our customers rely on while following established safety and quality procedures. Your responsibilities also include:
• Filling gas cylinders and liquid containers according to safety and quality procedures
• Accurately labeling, tagging, and preparing cylinders for shipment
• Loading and unloading cylinders from company vehicles and pallets
• Securing cylinders and moving them to designated work areas using safe handling methods
• Inspecting returned cylinders for visible damage or defects
• Cleaning cylinders, removing old labels, and performing minor maintenance as directed
• Reading cylinder labels and identifying contents using established identification procedures
• Helping maintain sufficient cylinder stock to meet customer demand
• Completing accurate filling and quality control records
• Assisting the specialty gas lab as needed
• Supporting teammates with other plant duties as assigned
WHAT YOU BRING
• A dependable work ethic and consistent attendance
• A commitment to following safety procedures
• Attention to detail when inspecting, filling, and labeling cylinders
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A willingness to learn and work as part of a team
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Knowledge of gases, welding, or safety supplies is a plus, but industry experience is not required. We will train you!
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This is an active production position with regular cylinder handling throughout the day. You must be able to:
• Frequently lift 50–75 pounds
• Maneuver cylinders weighing more than 100 pounds using proper rolling methods, carts, and other appropriate equipment
• Stand for prolonged periods, up to eight hours
• Work indoors and outdoors
Ready to learn a new skill and join our team? Apply today!
Welders Supply specializes in distributing welding equipment, gases, and supplies. Our priority is service. If a customer has a need, we keep it in stock. Over $2 million worth of equipment and supplies are in stock at all times, and the entire inventory includes over 250 welding machines and 500,000 pounds of various welding filler metals. Welders Supply operates the only full service gas laboratory within a 200 mile radius. The specialty gas division, where the gases are mixed and the cylinders filled, tests the gas mixtures to be sure they fall within specified tolerances of composition and pressure. The precisely controlled and monitored electronic procedure for gas analysis includes chromatograph, infrared, paramagnetic, chemiluminescence, and gravimetric measuring, and technologically sophisticated computerized record keeping.