ASU Plant Operator I

Airgas • Anchorage, AK

82d

About The Position

Airgas is hiring a Plant Operator I in Anchorage, AK! This position is responsible for leading the operations and maintenance of the only medically certified air separation unit that produces cryogenic liquid oxygen and nitrogen for use in both medical and industrial applications. The associates who operate this facility are tasked with ensuring efficient and reliable operations. Follows and adheres to all safety and regulatory procedures including OSHA, FDA, and DOT. Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Monitors and maintains the safe operation of an Air Separation Facility which produces cryogenic products. Controls flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process using the computer operating system. May be responsible for monitoring the remote Vacuum Pressure Swing Absorption (VPSA) plants on a rotating basis while on call. May share on-call responsibilities with other operators to facilitate uninterrupted plant operations. Performs quality control functions associated with products to maintain quality assurance. Prepares and maintains accurate records in accordance with all safety, quality, regulatory and production requirements, such as plant readings, and plant maintenance, etc. Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately by informing the direct manager. Takes initiative to improve facilities (i.e. operations, reliability, and costs) while staying within budget and communicating with Plant Manager. Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and closure of PO’s and receiving / time inputting as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Six months relatable experience and education.
• One to two years experience working with motors, compressors, pumps, and drives in an industrial setting is preferred.
• Demonstrates basic understanding of Process Instrumentation Drawings and Process Flow Diagrams.
• Ability to read and follow company standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations and maintenance of the air separation unit.
• Ensure efficient and reliable operations of the facility.
• Adhere to safety and regulatory procedures including OSHA, FDA, and DOT.
• Monitor and maintain the safe operation of the Air Separation Facility.
• Control flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process.
• Monitor remote VPSA plants on a rotating basis while on call.
• Perform quality control functions to maintain quality assurance.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records in accordance with safety, quality, regulatory, and production requirements.
• Determine if immediate maintenance action is required and inform the direct manager.
• Initiate improvements in operations, reliability, and costs.
• Perform administrative functions as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
• Progressive parental leave package.
• 401k plan with company matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents.
• Airgas Scholarship Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees