Operations Technician

Our client own and operate production plants across the USA which supply clients 24/7 with tonnage quantities of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon. This role is integral to ensuring that the operations and production of these gases remain at a constant and safe level.

What You'll Do

• Actively monitor and assess plant performance to ensure optimal efficiency, functionality, and safety standards.
• Qualify as a key member of our QCU (Quality Control Unit), ensuring all operations meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Ensure adherence to FDA compliance programs, following cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) and internal quality systems.
• Conduct rounds, surveying plant operations, grounds, and equipment. Take readings on critical systems, observe functionality, and document any abnormalities for corrective action.
• Stay current with QMS (Quality Management System) updates, process-related procedures, and training to uphold regulatory and company standards.
• Use quality assurance tools and equipment, including process analyzers and gas chromatographs, ensuring accurate and reliable data.
• Use calibration standards, including inspection, testing, and measurement equipment, as well as calibration gas cylinders. Perform routine analytical calibrations and adjustments.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, PID’s, manuals, and documentation to support plant operations and maintenance.
• Safely execute planned maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment and systems are functioning optimally and safely.
• Provide assistance and technical support to other locations across the country as required,

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED. Associate’s degree or technical school certification is preferred.
• Relevant military, industrial gas/cryogenics technical practice or process facilities experience.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Availability to work overtime as required, with shared on-call responsibilities on a rotating schedule.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Comfortable working safely at heights up to 200 feet and capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to use basic hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, etc., to perform maintenance and repairs.