R10103076 Production Supervisor (Night) (Open)

Location:

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

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.

Airgas is Hiring for a Night Shift Production Supervisor in

Muscatine, IA!

We are looking for you!

•  Night Shift  6PM - 6AM, with a 3 on 2 off schedule.
•  Guide the day-to-day activities for a segment within the industrial, specialty, and medical distribution and gas filling operations of a production location.
• Target Annual Salary $71K-$85K plus Bonus
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment

The Production Supervisor will supervise Plant Operators in tasks such as production, packaging of dry ice, shipping preparation, and loading/unloading products in commercial trucks. 

• Supports and guides the activities of 2 or more plant production associates to accomplish collective team goals.
• Nurtures a strong safety and alignment culture, proactively addressing unsafe acts or conditions to protect the well-being of the team.
• Coordinates tasks for team members according to customers’ needs, current stock levels, and the unique strengths of each associate.
• Reviews production schedules and evaluates team capacity to ensure the successful and sustainable completion of assignments. Maintains thoughtful time and production records.
• Translates company policies for the team and champions safety standards as a core value.
• Cultivates improvements in production methods, equipment performance, and product quality; fosters an environment that increases the collective effectiveness of the work crew. Collaborates on plans to inspire the team to achieve our shared goals.
• Navigates team challenges and assists associates in finding collaborative solutions.
• Recommends or initiates associate actions, such as welcoming new hires, supporting promotions, managing transfers, guiding team transitions, and providing professional growth and feedback. Provides a warm onboarding experience for new associates and cross-trains the team to ensure continuous support and production.
• Provides assistance to the Plant Manager with regard to planning and managing capital investments for the future of the facility.
• Coordinates the proper inventory levels of supplies and equipment to ensure the team has what they need to succeed.
• Committed to the shared success of company policies, including a proactive approach to safety and the consistent use of personal protective equipment.
• Creates a safe work environment by contributing to zero preventable accidents and ensuring continuous alignment with company safety rules, standard operating procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Navigates work challenges and assists drivers in finding supportive solutions.
• Develops load sheets for production loaders to prepare trucks for reliable and timely delivery to our customers.

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Are you a MATCH?

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 70% of the time within an unconditioned work space (i.e. warm in summer, cool in winter).  Hazards required the use of personal protective equipment (i.e. hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes).  Dry ice is extremely cold, and therefore requires that gloves be worn when directly handling dry ice. 
• 30% of the time in an office setting (i.e. desk/computer station.   
• On-call and shift work required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Essential job function requires occasional lifting and manipulation of dry ice blocks ranging in weight from 5 – 50 pounds each

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: A High School diploma combined with extensive experience, specifically including three (3) years of supervising 10+ production workers in an industrial setting.
• Leadership & Discipline: Strong decision-making skills to enforce company policies, plant procedures, and discipline staff in a fair, professional manner.
• Administration & Communication: Very good written/verbal communication for basic reports, plus organizational skills to manage personnel files, time tracking, and inventory.
• Math & Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, email) and higher-level math skills necessary for budgeting and cost control.
• Environment & Physical Demands: Ability to work and lead a team safely in a noisy environment with elevated CO_2 vapor, including the physical capability to occasionally lift 5–50 lb. Dry Ice blocks.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Education: An Associate's degree is preferred
• Industry Expertise: Prior knowledge of operating specific ice plant machinery (block presses, saws, pelletizers, and valves).
• Licensing: An active forklift certification.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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