ASU Production Technician - Irwindale, CA

Nippon Sanso Matheson; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Sanso Matheson is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and improve plant performance in a non-shift, on-site role in Irwindale, CA. The position involves mechanical, instrument, and electrical maintenance with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has experience with air separation systems, reads process drawings, and can troubleshoot process upsets. Travel may be required for training and support across plants.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or technical equivalent required.
• High School diploma or related industrial experience preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve plant performance without shift requirement.
• Operate and troubleshoot mechanical, instrument, and electrical systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and P&ID-related documents.
• Maintain safety certifications and comply with regulations.

Skills

Electrical testing

Instrumentation testing

Safety practices

Air separation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Process & Instrument Drawings

I&E test equipment usage

Medium voltage panels

Team communication

Education

Associate's Degree

High School diploma/Technical School

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

DVM

Megger

Process calibrator

Transmitter simulator

Job description

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. See skill set listed below:

Essential Functions

• Manipulates 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 associated with the process; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper cooling 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 plant equipment, when required.
• Reads and interprets technical drawings and manuals.
• Develop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system 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, 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 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 QA documents 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.
• Troubleshooting the 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.
• Optimizing plant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operating plan for all plants.
• Executing productivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs down.
• Interacting closely with all the supporting groups/personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Required for All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Education Level

Education Details

Req/
Pref

Associate's Degree

High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Work Experience

Experience

Experience Details

Required/
Preferred

1-3 years

Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument & electrical testing equipment

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.

Possess skills to utilize I&E test equipment, including DVM, megger, process calibrator, transmitter simulator.

Ability to utilize troubleshooting skills on Medium voltage panels, low voltage panels, Programmable Logic Controllers, field process measuring equipment and vibration equipment

Understanding of Analytical principles.

Licenses and Certifications

Licenses/Certifications

Licenses/Certification Details

Time Frame

Required/
Preferred

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands Category:

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demand

N/A

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Weight

Stationary Position

x

Move/Traverse

x

Stationary Position/Seated

x

Transport/Lifting

x

Transport/Carrying

x

Exerting Force/Pushing

x

Exerting Force/Pulling

x

Ascend/Descend

x

Balancing

x

Position Self/Stooping

x

Position Self/Kneeling

x

Position Self/Crouching

x

Position Self/Crawling

x

Reaching

x

Handling

x

Grasping

x

Feeling

x

Communicate/Talking

x

Communicate/Hearing

x

Repetitive Motions

x

Coordination

x

Travel Requirements

Estimated Amount

Brief Description

10%

Travel for scheduled Training where applicable.

Compensation: $39.32 - $41.32 per hour

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