ASU Production Technician - CARROLLTON

Production TechnicianResponsible for maintaining and improving plant performance. This is typically a non-shift work position although situations may require work outside normal shift. Production Technician will perform mechanical, instrument and electrical maintenance. See skill set listed below:Essential FunctionsManipulates air separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirementsAdjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meet production goalsObtain 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 functioningDevelop skills to troubleshoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actionsMust maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certificationPerforms maintenance on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, and other plant equipment, when requiredReads and interprets technical drawings and manualsDevelop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomaliesParticipate in the maintenance/updating of work instructions to assure accurate and current start-up and operational proceduresDemonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate recordsBe safety conscious, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc.Ability 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 requirementsParticipate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructionsPrepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet internal and external requirementsPrepare QA documents to certify product quality; transcribe/transfer data from process computer data bases and tables, etc. to prepare product loss and reportsGood communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc.)Responsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulationsTroubleshooting the causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or in conjunction with the local teamAssisting with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needsOptimizing plant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operating plan for all plantsExecuting productivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs downInteracting closely with all the supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshootingPerform other projects and duties as assignedPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsQualificationsEducation: Associate's Degree or High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience requiredWork Experience: 1-3 years Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument & electrical testing equipment preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBasic Computer skillsOn call for plant needs of any kind, (Personnel, Equipment, Customer problems)Statistical and analytical skillsClean driving recordStrong understanding of Safety Practices and policies for the Industrial Gas IndustryStrong understanding of Air Separation PrinciplesStrong understanding of compressors, pumps and expandersStrong understanding of electrical motors, electrical power distribution and electrical safetyPossess skills to utilize I&E test equipment, including DVM, megger, process calibrator, transmitter simulatorAbility to utilize troubleshooting skills on Medium voltage panels, low voltage panels, Programmable Logic Controllers, field process measuring equipment and vibration equipmentUnderstanding of Analytical principlesPhysical Demands/Working ConditionsStationary Position - FREQUENTLYMove/Traverse - FREQUENTLYStationary Position/Seated - OCCASIONALLYTransport/Lifting – OCCASIONALLY – 30lbs.Transport/Carrying – OCCASIONALLY – 30lbs.Exerting Force/Pushing - FREQUENTLYExerting Force/Pulling - FREQUENTLYAscend/Descend - FREQUENTLYBalancing - RARELYPosition Self/Stooping - FREQUENTLYPosition Self/Kneeling - FREQUENTLYReaching - RARELYHandling - OCCASIONALLYGrasping OCCASIONALLYFeeling - OCCASIONALLYCommunicate/Talking - FREQUENTLYCommunicate/Hearing - FREQUENTLYRepetitive Motions - OCCASIONALLYCoordination - OCCASIONALLYTravel Requirements10% Travel for scheduled Training where applicable.The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability Matheson Inc.