34609BRReq No.:34609BRJob Description and Qualifications: Competitive rates starting at $44-$55/per hour $10,000 sign-on bonus Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a world-class manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate entry level opening for an Operations Technician at our Santa Clara, CA plant.
The Santa Clara facility comprises of three air separation (ASU) plants supporting pipeline and merchant gas businesses.
Liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon products are manufactured and delivered to a customer base in and around northern California.
Air Products Santa Clara is also a hydrogen distribution location supporting the hydrogen fueling stations of northern California.
Responsibilities: Responsible for the continuous operation of three large air separation units, two purifier units, a nitrogen liquefier, a HES trans-fill, and a Generated Gas plant.
Duties include: plant start up and shutdowns process optimization and troubleshooting calibrating and operating high precision analyzers implementing established quality standards including ISO, FDA, Food Safety executing preventative maintenance programs assisting routine maintenance work on process equipment cryogenic tanker loading and unloading support and execute site policies and regulations Successful candidate will be involved in the site safety program and continuous improvement projects.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a HS diploma or equivalent.
A 2-year technical or business degree is preferred, but not required.
Applicants should have 2-years experience in a manufacturing or production environment Chemical processing or petrochemical environment is preferred Cryogenic plant experience is a plus A strong commitment to safety, working as a team, and operational excellence A self-starter with a strong work ethic Able to work a rotating shift schedule Military candidates and veterans are encouraged to apply This position would be well suited for a Machinist Mate or Nuclear Trained individuals with specific focus on monitoring and maintaining propulsion systems, nuclear power or aircraft maintenance.
Technical or vocational grads with a maintenance background or an AS degree, are also encouraged to apply.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter.
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We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans.
You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
Air Products thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
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.
Do you enjoy working in a plant environment?
Do you have a mechanical aptitude with a positive attitude?
You could be a great fit for our operations team Job Title:OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN / PLANT OPERATOREmployment Status:Full TimeLocation:US-CA-Santa ClaraCountry:United StatesRegion:North AmericaOrganization:Global Industrial GasesBusiness Sector / Division:Industrial Gases Americas