OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN / PLANT OPERATOR

About the position

The Operations Technician / Plant Operator at Air Products is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment at the Port Arthur facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the plant meets production and reliability targets while adhering to safety standards. The technician will work in a rotating 12-hour shift schedule and will be involved in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the basic safety process as a key member of the Site Safety committee.
• Provide day-to-day operation of the plant to support production and reliability targets.
• Investigate equipment failures, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain an error-free execution of tasks with attention to detail.
• Apply a Continuous Improvement philosophy to daily work.
• Participate in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns.
• Provide technical and hands-on support during shutdowns.
• Offer troubleshooting expertise for production units.
• Follow operating procedures and promote safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical, instrument, and electrical proficiency.
• Background in pumps, mechanical seals, vessels, exchangers, gear drives, compressors, and rotating equipment.
• Validated commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• High School Diploma/GED required; Certificate in process technology preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in a manufacturing/production, processing, or chemical/petrochemical environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in plant/refinery instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Technical School graduates in Industrial Systems, Machine Tool Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Process Technology, Electrical Technology, or Instrumentation Technology.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan