Plant Operator (Testing Technician)

at Airgas

Record last updated: 2/21/2026 9:15:05 AM

Current Days Open
45
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$23.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$23.00 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
128
First Seen
7/15/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$23.00 (Hourly)
2/21/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$23.00 (Hourly)
2/21/2026

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Full Job Description

R10082901 Plant Operator (Testing Technician) (Open) Location: Ramsey, MN - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Airgas is Hiring for a Plant Operator (Testing Technician) in Ramsey, MN! At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We are looking for you! Shift Time: 1st shift (6:30am-3pm), Monday-Friday Pay: $23/hr The Plant Operator (NDT Technician) is responsible for utilizing testing equipment to perform NDT (non-destructive testing) inspections on gas cylinders. Cylinder testing is conducted by utilizing high frequency sound waves to measure physical properties such as thickness measurements and to identify material flaws including the detection of cracks, corrosion, and/or other defects within the gas cylinder. Ability to read, understand, and interpret cylinder data from testing equipment while following testing procedures Maintain consistent high quality inspection standards Perform all tasks of the job with an emphasis on safety procedures Inspect cylinders for surface defects and/or corrosion prior to testing Forklift operations in a confined space for the safe movement of cylinder pallets in and out of the testing facility Ability to keep a consistent pace and adjust to adverse work conditions Maintain consistent quality during cylinder painting operations Hands on experience to perform daily maintenance and calibrations on equipment and machinery Ability to maintain meticulous data analysis and record keeping of daily test results and other required documentation through consistent data verification Review, interpret, and document test results to ensure compliance standards are met as it relates to local, state, and federal compliance and DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations ________________________ Are you a MATCH? Required Qualifications: High school degree or GED A minimum of 2 years of related technical and/or mechanical experience. (In lieu of specific industry experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.) Demonstrated knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratios, and percent. High degree of communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this positions responsibilities Additional duties and projects may be assigned as needed Preferred Qualifications: Mechanical aptitude and/or maintenance aptitude preferred ________________________ Benefits We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program. _________________________ Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world. _________________________ About Airgas Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, youll find a welcoming workplace where youre valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose. _________________________ Equal Employment Opportunity Information We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com. _________________________ California Privacy Notice Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, youll find a welcoming workplace where youre valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose. We want to ensure a safe experience for everyone interested in joining Airgas. Please be aware of fraudulent job offers that are circulating, falsely using the Airgas name and brand. These scams often involve individuals or organizations impersonating Airgas recruiters or employees through fake emails, social media, and websites. They may attempt to request personal information or, critically, ask for payment for various reasons like application fees, training, or visa processing. Please be advised that Airgas and our authorized recruitment partners will never ask you for money at any stage of the recruitment process. You may verify job postings through our official global careers website at any time. If you receive a suspicious job offer or request for payment/sensitive data, we strongly advise that you do not respond or click on any links. We encourage you to verify the source carefully and only interact through our official channels. We appreciate your interest in Airgas and are committed to combating these fraudulent activities to protect job seekers. If you wish to report an incident, please contact us via this form

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