Production Technician

Company: Airgas
Location: Evansville
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

Production TechnicianDescriptionResponsible for the safe operation and maintenance of a HPU & SMR production facility. Duties may include:Perform plant startups and shutdowns.Monitor and make operating adjustments to optimize efficiencyRoutine and preventative maintenance of pumps, compressors, refrigeration equipment, and control systemsRailcar & truck loadingInstrumentation calibrationOperation and maintenance of analytical equipment including chromatographsWater treatment controlInteracting with national and local product scheduling to meet customer requirements.

Complies with Regulatory Requirements:Fully supports, accurately completes, maintains, instills, and reinforces company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies / procedures and relevant documentation at the facilityPerforms job duties in compliance with all local and federal governmental regulations (FDA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, cGMP, etc) , and all company policies and procedures (including MOC's, PSSR's, and QIR's, etc)

Assists and works closely with Plant Manager with daily facility needs including:Administrative function responsibilities as delegated by Plant ManagerFacility record keeping and documentationInvolvement in generating and maintaining site-specific Standard Operating Procedures, P&ID's, PFD's, and all other technical documentation as relates to operational or equipment processesInnovations and improvement project involvementEnsuring on-site contractors, vendors, guests, or visitors site specific training requirements are met and documented, and support of Hold Harmless & Insurance Policies and ProceduresActive participation in facility safety meetings and inspectionsLoading and unloading of all transports as necessaryRoutine communication with customer operations group ensuring product delivery requirements are being satisfactorily fulfilledActs and assumes key responsibilities of Facility Manager during his/her absenceAssists and supports Plant Manager in maintaining a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly operating environment at the facilityParticipates in operational and routine maintenance tasks within facility without interruption of customer product deliveriesFosters open communication amongst all facility technicians in relation to best practices, operational or Facility needs, safety issues or concerns, conflicts of interest between shifts or other departments, and sharing operational knowledge and expertise with all other TechniciansEnsures customer product delivery requirements and pertinent documentation and affiliated reporting requirements are completed on time and with zero defectsCompliance to Qualification and Training program in company electronic training systems

Shift coverage and rotation:May be assigned and must be willing to work rotating shiftsMay be required to carry be on call status and shares "On-call" responsibilities with Facility Manager as neededFollows policies and procedures on proper notification procedures for vacation scheduling, floating holidays, and personal days offFills in for vacations and emergency shift relief coverage as situations warrant

General Requirements:

Skill Set/Knowledge/ExpertiseAcquiringDemonstrates an overall understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies & proceduresWorks safely in all situationsUnderstands, follows and performs all work in compliance with Standard Operating and Maintenance Procedures, utilizing current Life Safety Training skills and safety requirements including, safe work permits, energy control isolation and Isolation Device Listings, confined space entry work, hot work, work plans, pre-job discussions, plant safety inspections, etc.Ensures that contractors, visitors, co-workers, and others comply with National Safety Policies and ProceduresDemonstrates ability to communicate with both written and spoken English at the 12th grade levelIs acquiring knowledge and ability in all plant operations including processes and equipmentExhibits understanding of governmental regulations including environmental permitting and compliance, loading /quality assurance, basic electricity, National & Local Operating Procedures, CMMS and maintenance management process, and All HSE issues associated with the facilityEnsures accurate and complete information in maintenance Work OrdersConducts and approves acceptance test/start-up reviewsExhibits mechanical ability and knowledge to determine if immediate maintenance action is required, documents it, and reports to Plant ManagerDemonstrates the ability to learn and follow National & Local Standard Operating Procedures, follow through on instructions, work with minimal supervision, perform light and routine maintenance, read blueprints, read flow charts, read process piping ISO's, read simple schematics, interpret P & ID's, read and interpret electrical schematics, perform basic math operations, calibrate all plant process analytical equipment and keep accurate records and be diligent in documentation and record retention policies and proceduresDemonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of control board and operating off of operator interface consoles (computer)Demonstrates basic computer (PC) skills and ability to use required software computer applications

MasteringInstills safety in others, by being safety minded and modeling good safety practicesExhibits and understanding of customer requirements, operational goals and demands, plant process optimization, and critical process loopsPerforms light and routine maintenancePlans and schedules own work plus othersOptimizes plant processFully starts-up, operates, stops, secures, and re-establishes steady state conditions after a shutdown, without directionConducts efficiency analysis (power, heat transfer, etc.) including troubleshootingDocuments maintenance history in CMMS or appropriate systemApplies problems solving skills effectivelyDemonstrates understanding of plant efficiency goals and customer product demandsDemonstrates in-depth understanding of plant processDemonstrates basic understanding of equipment control logic and critical process loops as performed by the PLC/DCS

Physical RequirementsMust be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including, hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, ear protection, and possible respirator protection.Must be able to lift 60 lbsMust be willing to travel as needed for training or to support other sites

Education and ExperienceAssociates degree / technical training desirable or equivalent experience in a chemical plant operations with refrigeration, screw compressors, reciprocating compressors, water treatment, absorption beds and desiccant dryers, analyzers, and other process equipment required.Mechanically inclined0-2 years of related operations experience for Acquiring2+ years of related operations experience for Mastering

QualificationsEOE AA M/F/Vet/DisabilityQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability Category: Manufacturing , Keywords: Production Technician

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