Production Technician

VitalAire Canada Inc.; Freeport (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation and Sick time

Tuition assistance

Early access benefits

Job summary

Air Liquide Large Industries is hiring a Production Technician for our Freeport, TX facility. You will operate and monitor plant equipment, perform rounds, collect water samples, and assist with maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include following strict safety procedures, entering work orders in Maximo, and supporting on-call rotation. A technical background with 2+ years of experience and the ability to work extended hours are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training or associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of technical training or operations experience.
• Experience with plant safety and PPE.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and company policies.
• Operate and monitor plant equipment.
• Enter maintenance work orders in Maximo.
• Perform rounds, sampling, and truck loading.
• Assist with maintenance and housekeeping.
• Support contractors and ensure compliance.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical Associates degree preferred

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Pneumatic systems

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Job description

## Production TechnicianApply: Freeport, TX - Victoria St (HYCO) - HYCO: Full time: Posted Today: R10100587R10100587 Production Technician (Open)LocationFreeport, TX - Victoria St (HYCO) - HYCOAir Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.## **How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?**We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.At Air Liquide we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.Air Liquide is hiring for a Production Technician in Freeport, TX.**We are looking for you!****Comprehensive Family Benefits**: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance. **Future Security**: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time. **Early Access**: Your benefits start on the first day of employment.**Job Responsiblities:*** Demonstrate an overall understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies/procedures* Instill safety in others by being safety minded; models good safety practices.* Work safely in all situations* Identify potential maintenance needs; enter them into the work order maintenance management system (Maximo)* Perform all work in compliance with standard operating and maintenance procedures, utilizing current Life Safety Training skills and safety requirements including safe work permits, energy control isolation and IDLs, confined space entry work, hot work, work plans, pre-job discussions, plant safety inspections, etc.* Ensure contractors, visitors, co-workers and others comply with company safety policies/procedures. Issues safe work permit documentation and performs lock-out tag-out of equipment* Acquire knowledge/ability in all plant operations including processes and equipment* Exhibit instrumentation and mechanical aptitude* Learn and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), corporate procedures; read and interpret blueprints, flow charts, process piping ISOs, simple schematics, P&IDs, electrical schematics; perform basic math operations* Keep accurate records and be diligent in documentation and record retention policies and procedures* Demonstrate knowledge & understanding of control board and operator interface computer consoles* Perform operator rounds, water samples, truck loading, operations PM's* Maintain and expect high housekeeping and organizational standards* Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Management* All other duties based on business needs## \\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_## ## Are you a MATCH?**Required Qualifications:*** High school diploma or equivalent required* Technical Associates degree preferred* 2+ years of technical training or operations experience* Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate* Ability to work nights, weekends and possibly holidays in order to meet shift and on-call requirements* Valid Driver’s License* Knowledge/understanding of instrumentation, rotating equipment and piping systems* Familiarity with regulatory requirements for operating plants (Process Safety Management, EPA regulations, FDA regulations, state/local regulations)* Knowledge in the proper methods of locking out and isolating equipment* Ability to use computers-knowledge of Microsoft Office software* Ability to work in a team environment; demonstrated self motivated attitude* Good verbal/written communication skills in order to deal effectively with management and external customers* Qualified in operation of the forklift, man lift and overhead crane is preferred* Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work* Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including, hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes/boots, and FRC clothing* Full range of motion; ability to lift 50 lbs.* Able to climb ladders, work off elevated platforms/surfaces* Able to work in non-conditioned environment for extended periods* Able to enter confined spaces for inspection, testing and work