Airgas is hiring: Plant Operator (NIGHT) in Muscatine

Overview

R10077134 Plant Operator (NIGHT) (Open)

Location: Muscatine, IA (ADI) - Filling industrial - Dry-ice

How you will contribute

Airgas is the largest supplier of dry ice, with production plants nationwide to provide a secure supply. The company serves key industries including universities and labs, delivering quality, reliability, and service to support dry ice and cold shipping needs.

Responsibilities

• Loads and packages dry ice on a daily basis in accordance with quality standards. Knows and complies with all safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Clean-up functions including, but not limited to, sweeping, washing, painting, trash removal and pick-up.
• Other duties as required. Incumbents are expected to follow any other reasonable instructions and perform related duties as required by their supervisor. Performance of this job in a safe manner and in keeping with Airgas policies is a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Experience: One (1) year experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute rate, ratio, commissions, proportions, and percents.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Able to read and write; able to understand and follow the direction of supervisors.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be in good physical condition. Primary function involves routine lifting and manipulation of dry ice blocks ranging from 5 to 60 pounds.
• Work may require standing, stooping, crouching, or bending.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Unconditioned work space; PPE required (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes). Dry ice is extremely cold; gloves must be worn when handling dry ice.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Safe operation in a noisy environment with elevated CO2 vapor. Shift work required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

Benefits

Airgas offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. Benefits also include a progressive parental leave package, 401k with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, and related products. Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a global leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare.

Privacy and Notices

Equal Employment Opportunity Information: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. Airgas may be a government contractor subject to applicable laws. For accommodations during the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.