Production Technician: Start-Up & Plant Ops (Night/Shift)

Air Liquide; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Comprehensive family benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Air Liquide is seeking a Production Technician in Port Allen, LA. The role covers startup/shutdown of air separation units and associated equipment, with emphasis on safety and compliance. You will manage permits, follow SOPs, and operate control systems.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 3+ years of relevant experience or technical training, and readiness for night/weekend shifts. Benefits include 401(k), tuition assistance, and comprehensive family coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical Associates degree preferred.
• 3+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of start-up and shut-down of Air Separation Unit, Nitrogen Generators and High Purity Oxygen compressors.
• Ensure safe work permits and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Follow SOPs and read P&IDs, flow charts, ISOs and schematics.
• Perform operator rounds, water samples, and truck loading.
• Maintain high housekeeping and organized records.

Skills

Safety-minded

Instrumentation aptitude

Reading schematics

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical associate degree

Tools

Maximo

Google Workspace

Job description

Air Liquide is seeking a Production Technician in Port Allen, LA. The role covers startup/shutdown of air separation units and associated equipment, with emphasis on safety and compliance. You will manage permits, follow SOPs, and operate control systems.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 3+ years of relevant experience or technical training, and readiness for night/weekend shifts. Benefits include 401(k), tuition assistance, and comprehensive family coverage.