ASU Production Technician - Odessa, TX

Nippon Sanso Matheson; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nippon Sanso Matheson ASU Production Technician role in Odessa, TX focuses on maintaining and improving plant performance. You will work with air separation controls, read technical drawings, and troubleshoot equipment while maintaining safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

The position is typically non-shift, with some overtime as needed. Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, and 1–3 years of experience in compressors, pumps and instrumentation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience is required/expected.
• 1-3 years preferred experience with compressors, pumps, valves and expanders; instrument & electrical testing equipment.
• On-call for plant needs; strong safety practices essential.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certification; read/interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Troubleshoot process upsets; interpret Process & Instrument Drawings and update start-up procedures.
• Prepare QA documents and data transfers from process databases for reports.
• Ensure compliance with FDA/OSHA/ISO quality systems and internal requirements.

Skills

Basic computer skills

On call for plant needs

Statistical and analytical skills

Clean driving record

Safety practices & policies (gas)

Air separation principles

Compressors, pumps & expanders

Electrical motors and distribution

I&E test equipment (DVM, megger)

Troubleshooting on PLCs & voltage,

Analytical principles

Education

High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience

Tools

DVM

Megger

Process calibrator

Transmitter simulator

Job description

JOB SUMMARY - 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. 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 troubleshoot, 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 troubleshooting 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.
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience Required

Work Experience

Experience Details

• 1-3 years Preferred - Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument & electrical testing equipment

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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Demands Category:
• Stationary Position - Occasionally
• Move/Traverse - Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting- Occasionally
• Transport/Carrying- Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pushing- Occasionally
• Exerting Force/Pulling- Occasionally
• Ascend/Descend- Occasionally
• Balancing - Rarely
• Position Self/Stooping- Occasionally
• Position Self/Kneeling- Occasionally
• Reaching - Rarely
• Handling- Occasionally
• Grasping- Occasionally
• Feeling- Occasionally
• Communicate/Talking - Frequently
• Communicate/Hearing- Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Occasionally
• Coordination- Occasionally

Travel Requirements

Estimated Amount BriefDescription
10% Travel for scheduled Training where applicable.

Pay Range

Pay Range $32.00 to $42.00 per hour DOE

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complieswith the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protectedveteran status. EOE AAM/F/VET/Disability