Production Technician

Praxair • East Chicago, IN

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Linde is currently seeking Production/Fill Zone Technician in East Chicago, IN. Under the routine direction of the manager, will be responsible for a variety of complex operations and production duties in an ISO/FDA/QA/EPA/OSHA air separation environment where products include oxygen, nitrogen, argon and hydrogen.
Candidates would be working with rotating and/or process equipment that the technician maintains.
Gauges, valves, pressure switches, analyzers, etc. The candidates should have a general background in instrumentation and/or electrical, including PLC's.
The candidates will operate plant from computer. Minor repair and diagnostic troubleshooting required.
Job requires working outdoors year-round, climbing 150' tall columns, some heavy lifting, using man-lifts, and driving semi-trucks within the plant site. Fluent computer skills required. Must be willing to work overtime as required and be on call. Some local and overnight travel maybe required.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• 2 to 6 years Production Operations experience
• Fluent computer skills required.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required and be on call.
• Some local and overnight travel maybe required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Process Technology preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitors equipment performance and makes minor adjustments such as set-ups, calibrations, troubleshooting, and product testing.
• Must know when to call other specialists when more serious malfunctions occur.
• Measures and records various data associated with operating equipment.
• Utilizes standard repair procedures when necessary.
• Responsibilities/duties are typically focused and routine at this level.
• ISO/FDA/QA/EPA/OSHA experience preferred.

Benefits

• Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package.
• Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth.
• Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED