ASU Production Technician - Grimes, IA

Job Description

ASU Production Technician - Grimes, IA\n
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\nJOB SUMMARY\n
\nResponsible for Maintaining and Improving Plant performance. This is typically a non-shift work position although situations may require work outside normal shift. Performance Technician will perform mechanical, instrument and electrical maintenance. See skill set listed below.\n
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\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\n
\nManipulates air separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirements\n
\nAdjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meet production goals.\n
\nObtain knowledge base of the theory of air separation and related equipment associated with the process; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper cooling tower operations and equipment functioning.\n
\nDevelop skills to trouble shoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actions.\n
\nMust maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certification\n
\nPerforms maintenance on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, and other plant equipment, when required.\n
\nReads and interprets technical drawings and manuals.\n
\nDevelop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomalies.\n
\nParticipate in the maintenance/updating of work instructions to assure accurate and current start-up and operational procedures.\n
\nDemonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.\n
\nBe safety conscious, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc.\n
\nAbility to prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet the requirements of FDA, DPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systems and other internal and external requirements.\n
\nParticipate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructions.\n
\nPrepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet internal and external requirements.\n
\nPrepare QA documents to certify product quality; transcribe/transfer data from process computer data bases and tables, etc. to prepare product loss and reports.\n
\nGood communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc.\n
\nResponsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulations.\n
\nTroubleshooting the causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or in conjunction with the local team.\n
\nAssisting with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needs.\n
\nOptimizing plant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operating plan for all plants.\n
\nExecuting productivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs down.\n
\nInteracting closely with all the supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.\n
\nPerform other projects and duties as assigned.\n
\nComplies with all policies and standards\n
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\nEDUCATION\n
\nHigh School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience\n
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\nEXPERIENCE\n
\n1-3 years Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument & electrical testing equipment.\n
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\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES\n
\nBasic Computer skills.\n
\nOn call for plant needs of any kind, (Personnel, Equipment, Customer problems) Statistical and analytical skills.\n
\nClean driving record.\n
\nStrong understanding of Safety Practices and policies for the Industrial Gas Industry\n
\nStrong understanding of Air Separation Principles\n
\nStrong understanding of compressors, pumps and expanders\n
\nStrong understanding of electrical motors, electrical power distribution and electrical safety.\n
\nPossess skills to utilize I&E test equipment, including DVM, megger, process calibrator, transmitter simulator.\n
\nAbility to utilize troubleshooting skills on Medium voltage panels, low voltage panels, Programmable Logic Controllers, field process measuring equipment and vibration equipment\n
\nUnderstanding of Analytical principles.\n
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\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS\n
\nStationary Position - FREQUENTLY\n
\nMove/Traverse - FREQUENTLY\n
\nStationary Position/Seated - OCCASIONALLY\n
\nTransport/Lifting - OCCASIONALLY - 30lbs.\n
\nTransport/Carrying - OCCASIONALLY - 30lbs.\n
\nExerting Force/Pushing - FREQUENTLY\n
\nExerting Force/Pulling - FREQUENTLY\n
\nAscend/Descend - FREQUENTLY\n
\nBalancing - RARELY\n
\nPosition Self/Stooping - FREQUENTLY\n
\nPosition Self/Kneeling - FREQUENTLY\n
\nReaching - RARELY\n
\nHandling - OCCASIONALLY\n
\nGrasping OCCASIONALLY\n
\nFeeling - OCCASIONALLY\n
\nCommunicate/Talking - FREQUENTLY\n
\nCommunicate/Hearing - FREQUENTLY\n
\nRepetitive Motions - OCCASIONALLY\n
\nCoordination - OCCASIONALLY\n
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\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:\n
\n10% Travel for scheduled Training where applicable.\n
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Pay range: $31.29-40.51 per hour \n
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\nNippon Sanso MATHESON is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, or disability.\n
\nEOE AA M/F/VET/Disability