Production Technician I

R10098890 Production Technician I (Open)

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New Carlisle, IN (AMG) - ASU 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 innovativeAt Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. We are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture.Airgas is Hiring for a Production Technician - New Carlisle, IN We are looking for you!

• Bonus: 4% Annual

• Travel: 0 - 10% for training

• Work Schedule: 12 hour rotating schedule, AMG on call as required

• 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

This position has responsibility for the safe, reliable, efficient operation and maintenance of Airgas Merchant Gas (AMG) production facilities. The Plant Operator is responsible for safety, keeping production equipment in operating condition, maintaining plant production (in collaboration with ROCC), operating efficiency (in collaboration with ROCC) and regulatory and quality compliance.

• Apply your understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies/procedures to protect the team.

• Foster a shared safety culture by being safety minded; models supportive safety practices.

• Work safely and conscientiously in all situations.

• Identify potential maintenance needs; enter them into the work order maintenance management system (Maximo) to ensure ongoing reliability.

• Perform all work in alignment with standard operating and maintenance procedures, utilizing current Life Safety Training skills and safety requirements including safe work permits, energy control isolation and IDLs, confined space entry work, hot work, work plans, pre-job discussions, plant safety inspections, etc.

• Partner with contractors, visitors, and co-workers to support compliance with company safety policies/procedures. Issues safe work permit documentation and performs lock-out tag-out of equipment.

• Ideally, you will grow your knowledge and ability in all plant operations including processes and equipment.

• Bring an interest in instrumentation and mechanical systems.

• Learn and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), corporate procedures; read and interpret blueprints, flow charts, process piping ISOs, simple schematics, P&IDs, electrical schematics; perform basic math operations.

• Keep accurate records and remain diligent in documentation and record retention policies and procedures.

• Apply your knowledge and understanding of control board and operator interface computer consoles.

• Perform operator rounds, water samples, truck loading, and operations PM's.

• Contribute to and promote high housekeeping and organizational standards.

• Support additional team needs as requested by Plant Management.

• All other duties based on business needs.

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Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate

• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Associates degree preferred

• 2+ years of technical training or operations experience

• Knowledge/understandingof instrumentation, rotating equipment and piping systems

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants (Process Safety Management, EPA regulations, FDA regulations, state/local regulations)

• Knowledge in the proper methods of locking out and isolating equipment

• Ability to use computers-knowledge of Microsoft Office software

• Ability to work in a team environment; demonstrated self motivated attitude

• Good verbal/written communication skills in order to deal effectively with management and external customers

• Qualified in operation of the forklift, man lift and overhead crane is preferred

• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work

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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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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