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Production Associate roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers are available. Manufacturing, food processing, and consumer goods companies with established HR infrastructure regularly sponsor foreign nationals for permanent residency through this pathway.
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Airgas is Hiring for a Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) in Allentown, PA!
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Cylinder Loader will be responsible for loading and unloading of high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks in compliance with federal, state, local regulations. The Loader will also be responsible for meeting all safety standards in the loading and unloading of cylinder gases per Airgas procedures.
- Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures that ensure government, Airgas, and distributor safety benchmarks are met.
- Maintains awareness of safety protocols for various gases; identifies size and contents of cylinders by carefully reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
- Committed to all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of materials and cylinder gases.
- Confidently manages a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment to support site operations.
- Carefully loads cylinders on/off vehicles, using a hand truck or chain hoist, and maintains accurate records of the type and quantity of cylinders.
- Ensures the secure loading/unloading of cylinders on/off pallets, confirming they are safely strapped in.
- Examines returned cylinders for surface defects, dents, cracks, or burns; takes initiative in performing minor maintenance of equipment and detailed inspection of cylinders prior to filling.
- Moves cylinders to designated work areas using appropriate, safe work methods or equipment.
- Identifies and segregates out-of-test or defective cylinders to maintain high quality standards.
- Prepares cylinders for reuse by removing old labels and ensuring they are clean.
- Contributes to other team needs as assigned to ensure a supportive work environment.
ARE YOU A MATCH?
Required Qualifications:
- High school degree or GED required.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities.
- A minimum of 1 year of related technical experience. In lieu of specific industry experience, may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP system preferred.
- Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office applications.
- 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.
BENEFITS
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
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, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re 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.
INTRODUCTION
Airgas is Hiring for a Production Associate (Cylinder Loader) in Allentown, PA!
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Cylinder Loader will be responsible for loading and unloading of high-pressure and liquid cylinders on/off trucks in compliance with federal, state, local regulations. The Loader will also be responsible for meeting all safety standards in the loading and unloading of cylinder gases per Airgas procedures.
- Inspects cylinders prior to filling, following standard procedures that ensure government, Airgas, and distributor safety benchmarks are met.
- Maintains awareness of safety protocols for various gases; identifies size and contents of cylinders by carefully reading and interpreting cylinder labels and the color-coding of tanks.
- Committed to all government and company standards relating to the safe handling of materials and cylinder gases.
- Confidently manages a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment to support site operations.
- Carefully loads cylinders on/off vehicles, using a hand truck or chain hoist, and maintains accurate records of the type and quantity of cylinders.
- Ensures the secure loading/unloading of cylinders on/off pallets, confirming they are safely strapped in.
- Examines returned cylinders for surface defects, dents, cracks, or burns; takes initiative in performing minor maintenance of equipment and detailed inspection of cylinders prior to filling.
- Moves cylinders to designated work areas using appropriate, safe work methods or equipment.
- Identifies and segregates out-of-test or defective cylinders to maintain high quality standards.
- Prepares cylinders for reuse by removing old labels and ensuring they are clean.
- Contributes to other team needs as assigned to ensure a supportive work environment.
ARE YOU A MATCH?
Required Qualifications:
- High school degree or GED required.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Lives by Airgas safety programs, OSHA, and all related rules, regulations, procedures which are applicable to this position's responsibilities.
- A minimum of 1 year of related technical experience. In lieu of specific industry experience, may accept an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience utilizing SAP or similar ERP system preferred.
- Intermediate knowledge of Google Suite or Microsoft Office applications.
- 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.
BENEFITS
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
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, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Production Associate
Document your production credentials precisely
PERM requires your employer to match your actual duties to the certified job description. Gather certificates for any machinery operation, quality control systems, or safety training you hold so the labor certification reflects your real qualifications.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Facilities already using E-Verify for employment verification have the HR compliance infrastructure that makes PERM sponsorship realistic. Prioritize production employers in food, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods sectors where foreign national hiring is routine.
Search green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Production Associate openings by employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Targeting companies that have already filed PERM for similar roles cuts the time you spend screening employers who won't sponsor.
Understand the EB-3 prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your production role and location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can confirm the posted salary clears the threshold.
Clarify sponsorship scope in the offer stage
Ask specifically whether the employer will cover PERM advertising, I-140 filing, and adjustment of status costs. Some manufacturers sponsor the I-140 only, leaving you responsible for I-485 fees, so get the full scope confirmed before you accept.
Prepare for the PERM recruitment documentation window
DOL requires employers to run recruitment for at least 30 days before filing PERM, and the application must be filed within 180 days of completing that recruitment. Factor this into your expected start-date conversation with your hiring manager.
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Find Production Associate JobsProduction Associate Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Production Associate roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Production Associate positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires training or experience rather than an advanced degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the specific position requires a bachelor's degree or higher and the employer can document that requirement in the PERM job description. In practice, the majority of production sponsorship cases are filed under EB-3.
How does green card sponsorship for this role differ from H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which most production associate roles do not meet, making PERM-based green card sponsorship the more realistic path. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years for most nationalities, compared to months for H-1B approval.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Production Associate employer?
The employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign, including job postings and required advertisements, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position. DOL then reviews the application and, if certified, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The entire PERM filing and I-140 stage can take 12 to 24 months before you can file for adjustment of status.
How can I find Production Associate jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Production Associate openings filtered specifically by employers with EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which manufacturers will actually file PERM. Focusing on companies that have sponsored similar roles before significantly improves your chances of advancing past initial screening with a realistic sponsorship offer in hand.
Can I use O*NET data to strengthen my PERM job description?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for production associate roles outlines the standard tasks, skills, and knowledge requirements that DOL auditors recognize. Sharing the O*NET profile with your employer's immigration counsel helps ensure the certified job description accurately captures the specialized duties that justify sponsorship, reducing the risk of a PERM audit or denial based on a generic or overbroad description.
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