Ice Operator - Des Moines, Iowa

Reliant Dry Ice is seeking an energetic, self-motivated individual to safely and efficiently operate our machines that process solid CO2 (Dry Ice) into various forms for our customer's needs. Requirements include forklift experience and/or electric pallet jack, working safely, lifting 75 lbs. at a time regularly throughout the day, being hardworking, and organized, having customer service skills, willing to work overtime when needed.

JOB DESCRIPTION: DRY ICE OPERATOR/ICE PRODUCTION LABORER

Manufacturer and supplier of dry ice and liquid CO2. This position is responsible for providing manual labor to produce and package dry ice.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

• Loading and packaging dry ice on a daily basis in accordance with quality standards.
• Operating a pallet jack/forklift on a daily basis to maneuver dry ice boxes to meet production needs.
• Complying with all safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Performing 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, and lift up to 75 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, a hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes and gloves.
• Flexibility to work overtime as required.
• Shift work may be required.