Production Technician

Job Summary

The Production Technician position at ASU Air Liquide in Taft, LA is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Air Separation Unit (ASU). This role requires a combination of technical skills and safety awareness.

Job Duties

• Demonstrate an overall understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies/procedures.
• Operational checks of equipment, monitoring performance, making and logging equipment rounds, safety and other equipment inspections as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to documentation and record retention policies and procedures.
• Support and comply with all safety, health, and environmental procedures as defined by site and corporate personnel.
• Operate the ASU plant in a safe, efficient, and reliable manner.
• Develop equipment purging and isolation plans (LOTO) as required.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities in a safe manner.
• Enter work orders into CMMS (Maximo) as required.
• Bring a constructive, professional mindset and have the ability to align with operational guidance.
• Provide On-call Assistance Or Work Additional Shifts When Required.
• Actively participate in training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of technical training and/or operations experience.
• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts and extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays in order to meet shift and on-call requirements.
• Ability to use computers with knowledge of Google software.
• Knowledge and understanding of instrumentation, rotating equipment, and piping systems.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, with a strong willingness to learn new things.
• Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including, hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, FRC clothing and 4-GAS monitor.
• Has full range of motion and ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb and ascend vertical ladders as required and work off elevated platforms/surfaces.
• Ability to enter and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to wear a respirator.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: Up to 14-week paid child birth benefits.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Benefits start after just 1 day of employment.