Production Technician

Under general production supervision, the Production Technician performs preventative maintenance of the plant and material handling equipment as effectively and economically as possible while being consistent with plant policies, practices and procedures. The person in this position will constantly drive to minimize overall maintenance costs. This teammate will need the ability to work in a team setting or independently on projects that will ensure the division reaches its goals.

Tasks & Responsibilities

- Understand and follow all Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and requirements

- Use test equipment and diagnostic equipment to perform troubleshooting.

- Responsible for performing preventative maintenance on all plant machinery and equipment.

- Operate mobile equipment and certify as mobile equipment operator for specific equipment (i.e., forklift, carry deck, crane)

- Perform Lockout/tag out per company policies and procedures.

- Collect samples of various process streams and delivers them to the laboratory.

- Coordinate with control room to performs daily checks and minor maintenance as per round sheets through observation of local instruments, gauges and meters.

- Use knowledge of the plant to make decisions in accordance with the work instructions and SOPs.

- Perform required tasks during turnaround and shutdown activities.

- Create and maintain a culture of continuous improvement.

- Input information in maintenance tracking system.

- Conduct rounds outside throughout the unit to inspect and monitor equipment for proper functioning and diagnoses equipment malfunctions.

- Report incidents and participate in incident investigations as needed.

- Conduct shop floor audits per safety guidelines and procedures.

- Participate in emergency response team in coordination with safety and ERT Coordinator .

- Responsible for housekeeping to maintain optimal plant and safety performance.

- Perform all work in compliance with all environmental, health and safety standards and company procedures/policies.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or GED equivalent is required

- Associate’s degree in Process Technology or related field preferred

- Minimum of 2 years experience in a process or industrial plant

- Self-motivated and able to work independently

- Basic mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting skills

- Must have good verbal and written communication skills

- Must possess basic computer skill

- Must be able to work a 12 hour shift rotating schedule to include days, nights, weekends and holiday

- Must be willing to work overtime as needed with minimal notice

- Will require the ability to use physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools. Candidates must be able to regularly bend, stoop, reach, twist and stand for extended periods of time as well as routinely lift up to 50 lbs. This job may also require candidates to be subjected to elements such as rain, snow, extreme heat or cold and withstand heights of up to 500 feet

- Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC-card.

- Must have reliable transportation to and from work