Production Specialist I

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Channahon, IL, USA
In-Office
19-21 Hourly
Entry level
Logistics • Energy
The Role
Performs hands-on propane cylinder production tasks, including washing, sorting, labeling, painting, shot blasting, weighing, capping, palletizing, refurbishing, leak testing, and quality checks. The role requires repeated lifting, outdoor work in varying weather, adherence to safety procedures, reliable attendance, basic technical comprehension, and overtime availability.
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Overview

Join a team that keeps America grilling!  Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company was recently recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for 2025 — and that trust starts with our people. Blue Rhino is seeking a Full-Time Production Specialist to join our hardworking and safety-focused team. This is a hands-on, labor-intensive role where you’ll frequently lift and stack 40 lb. propane cylinders while working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Every cylinder you handle is cleaned, leak-tested, and inspected, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our customers. If you enjoy physical, team-oriented work and have experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact every day.

Schedule: 6:00am - 4:30pm

Pay: With consistent learning and strong performance, you can quickly advance from Level I to Level II and up to Senior Level. Below is the pay scale that shows your opportunity for growth:

Job TitleHourly RateProduction Specialist I $    18.50    Production Specialist II $    19.50   Sr Production Specialist $    20.50

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Blue Rhino, we’re committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
  • Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
  • Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support
  • Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings
Responsibilities
  • Performs Washer functions which include placing cylinders on conveyer belt, sorting, removing sleeve and peeling label.
  • Cylinders dispatch to paint, fill, or rework stations.
  • Completes Paint Line operations which include loading cylinders in tank hanger, applying paint bag applicator, and unloading tank hanger.
  • Operates Shot Blast, Tare weight entry station, Capper (data code label), and Stacker (palletizing).
  • Manually checks for leaks, weight problems, or sleeve malfunctions.
  • Performs cylinder refurb operations based on workstation.
  • Stacks finished product.
  • Checks for quality assurance.
  • Some positions may require the ability to lift 35 pounds repeatedly throughout the day and in all weather conditions
Qualifications
  • Possess integrity and a good work ethic.
  • Demonstrated ability to be punctual, dependable, and reliable.
  • Ability to work overtime, as required
  • Ability to understand basic technical instructions, both written and verbal.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States
  • Applicants must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why Blue Rhino?

At Blue Rhino we’re honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers’ lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

Hear from our current employees and discover the people behind Ferrellgas: Employee Testimonials               

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of our growing team!

Skills Required

  • Integrity and strong work ethic
  • Punctuality, dependability, and reliability
  • Ability to work overtime as required
  • Ability to understand basic technical instructions, written and verbal
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • U.S. citizenship, national status, permanent residency, or other authorization to work in the United States
  • Must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future
  • Ability to repeatedly lift 35 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
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The Company
HQ: Overland Park, KS
4,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1939

What We Do

Ferrellgas is an employee-owned, nationwide propane supplier serving residential, business, agricultural, and automotive customers. It delivers propane for home heating and appliances, commercial operations, farm applications, and vehicle fleets, while also providing bulk and wholesale propane transportation and delivery. The company emphasizes dependable service, propane-powered solutions, customer support, and technology-enabled logistics to make propane easy to access across the United States.

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