Production Technician: Safety & Process Optimizer

Linde plc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde plc seeks a qualified candidate to join our operations team. You will follow safe work permit processes, ensure hazard recognition, and maintain QA programs across the plant. The role supports maintaining environmental permits, process controls, and compliance with regulations.

Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, lift up to 50 pounds, and operate in tight spaces is required. We value a high school diploma or equivalent and an Associates degree or apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or equivalent apprenticeship preferred.
• Motivated self-starter capable of effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Relevant computer and technical skills.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must meet physical demands (lift 50 pounds, climb stairs/ladders, work in tight spaces).

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work permit processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure safety and hazard recognition via Hazardous Work Permit (HWP) process.
• Identify, develop and incorporate LOTOs as required.
• Understand and ensure compliance with all Linde and governmental environmental permits, regulations and policies.
• Understand the theoretical aspects of the air separation process and adjust controls towards desired flows, pressures and purities.
• Troubleshoot equipment/process upsets and restart plants as needed.
• Maintain analyzers and Linde QA program to meet customer quality requirements.
• Utilize EAM Maintenance program for CMMS compliance.
• Read and understand P&ID and control loop IO logic.
• Assist in training and development of new employees.
• Follow SMP, SOP, COP, OSS, OPS alerts and Technical Bulletins.
• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with safety, operational, quality and environmental requirements.

Skills

Motivated self-starter

Strong communication

Computer skills

Overtime/weekend flexibility

Driver's license

Physical endurance

Ability to work in tight spaces

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates in Applied Sciences or equivalent apprenticeship

Job description

Linde plc seeks a qualified candidate to join our operations team. You will follow safe work permit processes, ensure hazard recognition, and maintain QA programs across the plant. The role supports maintaining environmental permits, process controls, and compliance with regulations.

Flexibility to work overtime and weekends, lift up to 50 pounds, and operate in tight spaces is required. We value a high school diploma or equivalent and an Associates degree or apprenticeship.