CCR Operator

Job Overview

The Central Control Room (CCR) is an operation center capable of running and optimizing the pipeline and air separation units that supply Linde’s Calumet Area Pipeline System and merchant liquid market. This includes the operation of process equipment, troubleshooting process and equipment problems, minimizing production costs and optimizing system efficiency.

• Multiple air separation plant operation
• Multiple nitrogen liquefication plan operation
• Hydrogen plant liquification operation
• Proficient using Advanced Control System (ACS) tools such as MPC
• Multi plant optimization
• Troubleshooting operation issues using data analysis tools such as Seeq and iHistorian

• Monitor and controls the supply of product through the Linde Pipelines for safe and efficient delivery of industrial gases to the steel, chemical and refining industries
• Accountable for ensuring the daily product production and consumption from the Calumet Area complex is accounted for; metered and billed accurately
• Hourly, daily, weekly production planning and operation
• Optimization of utility usage between four production facilities and monitoring utility usage to ensure product is produced efficiently
• Assist in monthly planning and perform weekly sales forecasts to help guide the day to day operations of 11 air separation plants, complimenting compression equipment, and liquefaction equipment
• Serve as the primary contact for customers and residents along the pipeline system
• Classifies emergencies and coordinates emergency management activities until relieved by field personnel
• Maintain accurate metering/billing records, energy load forecasts, and daily/monthly management information reports
• Review and closing pipeline dig tickets
• Identifies, analyzes, and implements cost reduction and efficiency improvement ideas

• Maintains personal, corporate, and regulatory certification and compliance
• Perform all job duties in accordance to the Linde Safety Program

• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology
• 2+ years operations experience
• Work schedules are rotating shift work to include weekends and holidays with some overtime required
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel, email and work proficiently with multiple computer programs

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

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Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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