Fill Plant Operator

Awg

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Columbia, SC, US Until 9/28/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 30, 2026 Last posted July 30, 2026
Job description
American Welding and Gas, Inc. has an immediate opening for an Industrial Gas Plant Filler at our gas cylinder production/distribution facility in Columbia, SC!  No experience required - WILL TRAIN!
 



Position Summary:

This position will have the primary responsibility for the manufacturing of compressed gas and liquid products, which includes pre-fill inspection of cylinders, filling, labeling and analysis or quarantine of cylinders prior to release for shipment. In this role, the ideal candidate must also move and store cylinders and may load/unload cylinders for transport.
 
Incentives:
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Competitive pay structure
  • Safety Incentive Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits with no waiting period
  • Company Provided Short-term & Long-term Disability
  • Company Provided Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Read, understand, and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
  • Ensure manifold meets required specifications (daily)
  • Ensure all cylinders pass required pre-fill inspections prior to filling
  • Fill cylinders as outlined in the SOP
  • Move compressed gas or liquid cylinders
  • Correctly label cylinders
  • Ensure completion and accuracy of paperwork
  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, HazMat, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
  • High school diploma/GED
  • Able to read and write English
  • Able to read and interpret gauges and analog dials
  • Able to move compressed gas and liquid cylinders
  • Forklift skills and experience a plus
  • Ability to lift 75-100 lbs.
  • Must be detail-oriented, flexible and work well with other people
  • Ability to perform duties in a safety-conscious manner with minimal supervision
American Welding & Gas (AWG) is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases as well as a provider of all your welding supply needs. We are a family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida. With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality. 
 
American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
About this role

Summary

Operate filling equipment, inspect, label cylinders, move and store gases, follow safety protocols.

Job title

Fill Plant Operator

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

gas and welding supply

Location requirements

Columbia, SC, USA; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

read gaugesmove cylinderssafety proceduresstand for extended periods

Preferred skills

forklift skills

Specializations

cylinder fillingsafety complianceinspectionlabelingmaterial handling
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Columbia, SC, USA

On-site City