Production Technician

Linde; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Employee discount program

Job summary

Linde is seeking a Production Technician in East Chicago, IN. This role involves operating process units and equipment, monitoring performance for efficiency, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. The technician will coordinate work requests and maintain production records while exercising sound judgment in process decisions.

The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong safety commitment and adheres to safety programs.
• Meets physical requirements, including lifting up to fifty pounds and working at heights.
• Knowledgeable in emergency procedures and supports safety initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control process units and equipment.
• Monitor plant performance and anticipate issues.
• Coordinate work requests and ensure safe operations.
• Maintain production records and implement operating procedures.
• Support safety initiatives and participate in inspections.

Skills

Safety commitment

Environmental accountability

Knowledge of emergency procedures

Physical capability for lifting and working at heights

Flexibility for shift work

Job description

Production Technician
East Chicago, IN, United States | req28768

What you will enjoy doing*

• You will operate and control process units and equipment both in the field and from the control station to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations.
• You shall monitor plant performance for efficiency, proactively identifying and anticipating issues before they arise.
• In this role you will coordinate work requests, permits, and equipment isolations, ensuring safe return to normal operations.
• Additionally, provide front‑line communication to customers and facility management regarding product and process conditions and supply status.
• Take responsibility for maintaining production records and implementing standard operating procedures for starting and stopping major equipment to maintain reliability and prevent delays.
• Furthermore, exercise sound judgment when making process decisions within established boundaries and contribute to improving and updating standard operating procedures.

What Makes You Great

• You will demonstrate a strong commitment to personal safety, environmental accountability, and adherence to all safety programs and requirements.
• You shall wear required personal protective equipment, comply with lockout and tagout policy, and issue, monitor, and close out safe work and confined space permits.
• You should be knowledgeable and practiced in all emergency procedures while supporting safety initiatives such as safety inspections, incident reporting, and behavior‑based safety programs.
• Assist in the development and execution of safe standard operating procedures, work a rotating schedule with on‑call responsibilities, and support shift coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain facility housekeeping, participate in turnaround planning and execution, and assist with routine maintenance and process safety management activities.
• Maintain training compliance.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role, including confined space entry, climbing, lifting up to fifty pounds, and working at heights.
• Be available to work extended hours when business needs arise.
• Demonstrate flexibility to support weekend, holiday, and call‑in coverage.
• Ensure a reliable and safety‑focused presence during critical operational periods.

What we offer you!

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package, including 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!

Equal Opportunity

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.