Operations Technician / Plant Operator

US-KS-Liberal

Plant Operations Job Description

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Reimagine What’s Possible

This facility is the main helium liquid supplier within North America. The facility employs 10 Operation Technicians and 2 Maintenance Technicians. In addition, there is a standalone delivery terminal 13 miles away from the production facility employing 3 vehicle mechanics, 14 team drivers, 1 single driver delivering LIN to the production facilities, and 9 contract carrier teams along with 5 office personnel.

The Operations Tech monitors the process and performs preventative and routine maintenance on the systems.

When it comes to safety at Air Products ZERO IS ACHIEVABLE. Our goal is zero injuries and incidents. People have said that it is an impossible goal. Air Products people have the capability and determination to make "zero" happen across all aspects of our safety performance by prioritizing safety in words and actions to protect self, others and the environment. Integrity is a vital part of the Air Product’s culture and employees are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards and communicate across all channels with respect and honesty.

Plant Operations Technician Roles and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a Plant Operations Technician within our plant operations team located at our Liberal, KS location.
Required Skills / Abilities:

• Demonstrative mechanical aptitude/or military experience.
• Basic electrical, instrument or mechanical maintenance experience a plus.
• Experience with personal computers.
• Experience with Microsoft word or excel a plus.
• Desire and ability to work in a team environment.
• Able to work 12-hour rotating shift which include some nights, on-calls, and weekends.
• Perform general maintenance tasks on plant process equipment such as vibration monitoring, oil samples, etc.
• Ability to operate a tractor/trailer a plus-Fill Liquid helium containers.
• Team player that is flexible and has a positive attitude.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Commitment to Safety.

Responsibilities:
The Plant Operations Technician is responsible for controlling and monitoring a number of processes in the production of liquid nitrogen, oxygen and argon, including the following:

• Participate in the basic safety process, sharing responsibility for the site’s overall safety performance.
• Follow, update and maintain operating procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of the operations.
• Perform routine maintenance on plant equipment and assist technicians with mechanical repairs, instrument calibrations and electrical troubleshooting.
• Provide troubleshooting expertise for the production units Team player that is flexible and has a positive attitude.
• Oversee trailer loading operations and train loading personnel.
• Adhere to strict product quality guidelines.
• Provide direct interface with merchant customers.
• Support other facilities in the area as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb ladders and steps and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Will be exposed to high noise levels.
• Be able to meet call-in requirements as needed.
Work at elevation required.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Two-year Associate Degree in a technical field is a pls.
• Instrumentation and/or IT experience.
• Plant process experience and/or Process Technology Degree/Certification.
  

Work Hours & Benefits:

• Able to work shift.
• 12-hour shift schedule.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work alone.
  

We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans/401(k), and sick time. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.

49290BR

Full Time

Global Industrial Gases

Global Helium

North America

United States