Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. Dry Ice Operator - Lead Location: Long Beach, CA Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a Dry Ice Operator - Team Lead to join our team in The Production Lead is responsible for managing production activities to ensure that internal and external customer demands for Dry Ice are met. What we offer you! - Competitive pay - Comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, vision and more) - 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan - Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO) - Employee Discount Programs - Career growth opportunities - Pay range: $21.36 - $31.32 hourly (commensurate with experience) What you will be doing (2nd/3rd shift): - Ensure plant operations are conducted in a safe and environmentally responsible manner - Remain compliant with all regulatory agencies including FDA, DOT, EPA, OSHA, DHS, as well as all company policies and procedures - Schedule production of dry ice - Maintain stocking levels of finished product and raw materials - Schedule raw material deliveries as needed - Drive productivity throughout the operation to maximize plant capabilities and operational efficiency - Responsible for ensuring the proper appearance, image, and security of the facility and equipment - Responsible for providing proper job training and supporting employees in career development and growth opportunities - Supervise personnel on a fair and consistent basis to help foster an atmosphere where employees are motivated, informed, and empowered to do their jobs - Manage employee activities in conjunction with company policies and procedures - Effectively conduct accident/incident investigations in accordance with company policy - Timely and accurate completion of required reports, which may include product inventory, dry ice bin inventory, expense reports, financial reports, KPI reports, payroll, ACMS Work Orders, etc. - Support inter-company and route truck distribution of products to help ensure efficient, timely, accurate, and professional delivery - Interact professionally with internal and external customers - Assist in implementation of Standard Operating Procedures as required or as revisions or changes are made - Monitor asset usage and recommend cylinder/bin purchases and/or increases to inventory as business demands change - Conduct monthly safety meetings as necessary - Safely operates forklift or other machinery to load, unload, sort, stage and transport product - Mechanical aptitude with the ability to problem solve - Able to lift, rotate and lower 60lbs consistently throughout the work day - Communicate effectively and ability to act with a sense of urgency when necessary - Follows Linde safety procedures and encourages others to do the same - Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work with minimal supervision - Maintains a clean and organized work environment - Ability to be flexible with work schedule - Other duties as assigned What makes you great: - Bachelor of Science preferred; high school diploma/GED required - 1- 2 years of supervisory experience preferred - Production/distribution experience required; industrial gas industry or equivalent experience preferred - In-depth knowledge of Dry Ice Manufacturing/cylinder gases and processes of each - Knowledge of all regulatory agencies including, but not limited to, FDA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft applications - Strong organization skills Why you will enjoy working with us: Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations with a focus on making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful by helping to sustain and protect our planet. For more information about the company, please visit our website. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. #LI-AH1