ASU Production Technician - Mesa

Position Summary

Responsible 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.

• Manipulate air separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirements.
• Adjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meet production goals.
• Obtain knowledge base of the theory of air separation and related equipment; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper cooling tower operations and equipment functioning.
• Develop skills to troubleshoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actions.
• Maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certification.
• Perform maintenance on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors and other plant equipment when required.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Interpret process and instrument drawings to understand operations, equipment and aid in troubleshooting anomalies.
• Participate in the maintenance/updating of work instructions to assure accurate and current start‑up and operational procedures.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.
• Be safety conscious, e.g., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards.
• Prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet FDA, DPA, OSHA, ISO quality systems and other internal and external requirements.
• Prepare QA documents to certify product quality; transcribe/transfer data from process computer databases and tables to prepare product loss reports.
• Good communication skills (inter‑departmental, team members, vendors).
• Review and release medical‑grade product per FDA regulations.
• Troubleshoot causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or with the local team.
• Assist with starting/stopping the plant in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needs.
• Optimize plant performance by tracking performance data and implementing the best operating plan.
• Execute productivity ideas and best practices to keep plant costs down.
• Interact closely with supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Associate's Degree required (equivalent to a high school diploma, technical school or related industrial experience). Bachelor's Degree desired.

1–3 years of experience with compressors, pumps, valves, expanders, and instrument & electrical testing equipment (preferred).

• Basic computer skills.
• On call for plant needs of any kind (personnel, equipment, customer problems).
• Statistical and analytical skills.
• Clean driving 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.
• Ability to utilize I&E test equipment (DVM, megger, process calibrator, transmitter simulator).
• Ability to troubleshoot medium voltage panels, low voltage panels, PLCs, field process measuring equipment and vibration equipment.
• Understanding of analytical principles.

N/A.

Physical demands include stationary position, move/traverse, transport/lifting, transport/carrying, exerting force/pushing and pulling, ascension/descension, balancing, reaching, handling, grasping, coordination, repetitive motions. Weight limits and other specific requirements apply as per company policy.

Estimated 10% travel for scheduled training.

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.