Dry Ice Operator

Nexair; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexair in Millington, Tennessee is seeking a full-time, hourly production associate to load and package dry ice and to operate a pallet jack or forklift to support production needs.

The role requires reading and writing ability, adherence to safety policies, and a willingness to work mandatory overtime with shift work. Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and exposure to outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of production/manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to read and write; follow directions from supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Load and package dry ice daily per quality standards.
• Operate a pallet jack or forklift to move dry ice boxes.
• Comply with safety, quality policies and procedures.
• Perform clean-up tasks such as sweeping, washing, painting, and trash removal.

Skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Dedicated

Able to read and write

Education

High School (required)

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Load and package dry ice on a daily basis in accordance with quality standards.


• Operate a pallet jack/forklift on a daily basis to maneuver dry ice boxes to meet production needs.


• Comply with all safety and quality policies and procedures.


• Clean-up functions including, but not limited to, sweeping, washing, painting, trash removal and pick-up.

Qualifications:

• One (1) year previous work experience in a production/manufacturing environment preferred.


• Able to read and write.


• Able to understand and follow the direction of supervisors.


• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk on concrete for an extended period of time, bend, use hands and arms, must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to enter and exit a forklift. Must be able to slide empty dry ice boxes weighing approximately 200 pounds. The employee also occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and hazardous materials and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.


• Hazards require the use of personal protective equipment, including but not limited to, hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and gloves.


• Flexibility to work overtime as required.


• Shift work required.

Classification:

• Hourly, Non-Exempt Employee


• Full-time

Behaviors

• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group


• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well


• Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

High School (required)

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