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Specialty Gas Technician


S J Smith Co., Inc.
16 days ago
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Specialty Gas Technician- Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, The Best People

Are you looking to become part of a company with great benefits and growth potential? We offer paid time off, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and more.

Company Overview: S.J. Smith is a third-generation, family-owned company that provides gas, welding and safety supplies to the Illinois, Iowa, and northeast Missouri markets. Established in 1950, S.J. Smith has evolved into a dynamic problem-solving organization that uses the latest technology to serve our customers in the welding, safety, medical and industrial areas. S.J. Smith employees are expected to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Our mission is to make our customers successful by providing cutting-edge solutions and quality products. We are committed to providing a safe environment for our employees and customers. All S.J. Smith employees are expected to complete safety training, follow all safety practices and comply with company, state, and federal laws, including FDA, DOT, FMCSA, and OSHA regulations

The position: We are looking for a highly organized individual who is detail oriented and able to work independently. This is a full-time position.
  • Paid Time off available after 90 days
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.
  • 401(K) Matching, Life Insurance Benefits, Short Term Disability, paid parental leave.

Requirements: The Specialty Gas Technician is responsible for safe and accurate handling, testing, recordkeeping and analysis of specialized gases, in a laboratory setting. This role is tasked with ensuring gas purity, operating production equipment, as well as maintaining and troubleshooting gas delivery systems.

Required Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic math(algebra) abilities
  • Must be able to process detailed-oriented tasks with high reliability.
  • Intermediate computer knowledge and experience; use of Microsoft office products
  • Must be able to use/wear required personal protective equipment
  • Cylinder Filler level 3

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Previous cylinder sorting and filling experience
  • Some college with chemistry and math background
  • Ability to use the following, lab analyzers, Weldcoa automated blend cell equipment, manual gas blending equipment

Responsibilities:
  • Safety Compliance: Adheres to safety regulations and procedures for handling, filling and storing specialty gases in compliance with local, state and federal law.
  • Gas Purity & Quality: Ensuring specialty gases meet specific purity and quality standards. Maintaining ISO 17025 and Purity Plus standards.
  • Blending and Production: Fill high-pressure pure, mixed gases, specialty gases and liquid cylinders. Prepare product for shipment.
  • Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Performing scheduled maintenance of gas delivery systems. Identify and address issues with gas delivery systems and equipment as necessary.
  • Documentation & Recordkeeping: Maintaining accurate records of gas inventory, testing results, system maintenance, training and quality control.
  • Inventory Management: Maintain gas cylinder inventory of raw materials and base mixed product. Ensuring proper storage and handling.
  • Training & Development: Participate in ongoing training programs and CI projects to stay current with industrial standards and best practices.

Why Should You Apply?
  • Competitive Pay.
  • Excellent benefits
  • Opportunities for training & development

S.J. Smith Co. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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Specialty Gas Technician
S J Smith Co., Inc.
Decatur
16 days ago
N/A
Full-time

Specialty Gas Technician