ASU Production Technician

Responsible for Maintaining and Improving Plant performance.

This is typically a non-shift work position although situations may requirework outside normal shift.
Production Technician will perform mechanical, instrument and electrical maintenance. See skill set listed below:

Essential Functions
Manipulatesair separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirements
Adjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meetproduction goals.
Obtainknowledge base of the theory of air separation and related equipment associated with the process; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure propercooling tower operations and equipment functioning.
Develop skills to trouble shoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actions.
Must maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certification
Performs maintenance on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, and other plantequipment, when required.
Reads and interprets technical drawings and manuals.
Develop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand processoperations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomalies.
Participate in the maintenance/updating of work instructions to assure accurate and currentstart-up and operational procedures.
Demonstratemechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routinecalibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.
Be safety conscious, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc.
Ability toprepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet the requirements of FDA, DPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systems and other internal and external requirements.
Participate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructions.
Prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet internal and external requirements.
Prepare QAdocuments to certify product quality; transcribe/transfer data from process computer data bases and tables, etc. to prepare product loss and reports.
Good communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc.
Responsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulations.
Troubleshootingthe causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or in conjunction with the local team.
Assisting with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needs.
Optimizingplant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operatingplan for all plants.
Executingproductivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs down.
Interactingclosely with all the supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Associate's Degree High School diploma, Technical School orrelated industrial experience required
Work Experience
1-3 years Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument & electrical testing equipment preferred
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesBasic Computer skills.
On call forplant needs of any kind, (Personnel, Equipment, Customer problems) Statistical and analytical skills.
Cleandriving record.
Strong understanding of Safety Practices and policies for the Industrial Gas Industry
Strong understanding of Air Separation Principles
Strong understanding of compressors, pumps and expanders
Strong understanding of electrical motors, electrical power distribution and electrical safety.
Possessskills to utilize I&E test equipment, including DVM, megger, process calibrator,transmitter simulator.
Ability toutilize troubleshooting skills on Medium voltage panels, low voltage panels,Programmable Logic Controllers, field process measuring equipment and vibrationequipment
Understanding of Analytical principles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Stationary Position - FREQUENTLY
Move/Traverse - FREQUENTLY
Stationary Position/Seated - OCCASIONALLY
Transport/Lifting - OCCASIONALLY - 30lbs.
Transport/Carrying - OCCASIONALLY - 30lbs.
Exerting Force/Pushing - FREQUENTLY
Exerting Force/Pulling - FREQUENTLY
Ascend/Descend - FREQUENTLY
Balancing - RARELY
Position Self/Stooping - FREQUENTLY
Position Self/Kneeling - FREQUENTLY
Reaching - RARELY
Handling - OCCASIONALLY
Grasping OCCASIONALLY
Feeling - OCCASIONALLY
Communicate/Talking - FREQUENTLY
Communicate/Hearing - FREQUENTLY
Repetitive Motions - OCCASIONALLY
Coordination - OCCASIONALLY

Travel Requirements
10% 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