Production Technician

Airgas, Inc.; Huger (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Airgas Scholarship Program

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

Job summary

Airgas, Inc. in Huger, SC, is seeking a Production Technician to join our plant operations. You will maintain production, monitor equipment, ensure regulatory compliance, and support safety and efficiency on the line.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and a valid driver's license. Preferred candidates have technical training or an associate degree and familiarity with instrumentation, rotating equipment and piping systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Technical training or operations experience preferred.
• Knowledge 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.

Responsibilities

• Apply your understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies/procedures to protect the team.
• Foster a shared safety culture by being safety minded; models supportive safety practices.
• Work safely and conscientiously in all situations.
• Identify potential maintenance needs; enter them into the work order maintenance management system (Maximo) to ensure ongoing reliability.
• Perform all work in alignment with standard operating and maintenance procedures, utilising 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.
• Partner with contractors, visitors, and co-workers to support compliance with company safety policies/procedures. Issues safe work permit documentation and performs lock-out tag-out of equipment.
• Ideally, you will grow your knowledge and ability in all plant operations including processes and equipment.
• Bring an interest in instrumentation and mechanical systems.
• 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 remain diligent in documentation and record retention policies and procedures.
• Apply your knowledge and understanding of control board and operator interface computer consoles.
• Perform operator rounds, water samples, truck loading, and operations PM's.
• Contribute to and promote high housekeeping and organizational standards.
• Support additional team needs as requested by Plant Management.
• All other duties based on business needs.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical Associates degree

Tools

Maximo

MS Office

Job description

Production Technician (Open)

Location: Huger, SC (Berkeley) - ASU

At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Airgas is hiring for a Production Technician in Huger, SC!

We are looking for you!

Benefits

• Work Schedule - Rotating schedule 12 hour shifts
• Referral Bonus
• 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.
• Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after day 30

Recruiter: Jacob ([e-mail]) Phone: [phone] Call Or Text

Join our dynamic team at Airgas as a Production Technician where the production technician is responsible for maintaining plant production, operating efficiency, regulatory compliance, and safety. Due to the complexity of the skill sets needed for this position, Production Technician levels have been established to distinguish work performance capabilities and the degree of independence each task is to be performed.

Job Duties

• Apply your understanding of plant safety rules, regulations, and company safety policies/procedures to protect the team.
• Foster a shared safety culture by being safety minded; models supportive safety practices.
• Work safely and conscientiously in all situations.
• Identify potential maintenance needs; enter them into the work order maintenance management system (Maximo) to ensure ongoing reliability.
• Perform all work in alignment 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.
• Partner with contractors, visitors, and co-workers to support compliance with company safety policies/procedures. Issues safe work permit documentation and performs lock-out tag-out of equipment.
• Ideally, you will grow your knowledge and ability in all plant operations including processes and equipment.
• Bring an interest in instrumentation and mechanical systems.
• 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 remain diligent in documentation and record retention policies and procedures.
• Apply your knowledge and understanding of control board and operator interface computer consoles.
• Perform operator rounds, water samples, truck loading, and operations PM's.
• Contribute to and promote high housekeeping and organizational standards.
• Support additional team needs as requested by Plant Management.
• All other duties based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Associates degree preferred
• 2+ years of technical training or operations experience
• 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

Physical Requirements

• 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

Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].