Responsiblefor Maintaining and Improving Plant performance. This is typically a non-shiftwork position although situations mayrequire work outside normal shift.

Performance Technician will performmechanical, instrument and electrical maintenance. See skill set listed below :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manipulates air separation controls to meet product specifications and production requirements

Adjust plant control variables, monitor and manage process equipment parameters to meet production goals.

Obtain knowledge base of the theory of air separation and related equipment associated with the process; understand the plant's water chemistry to assure proper cooling tower operations and equipment functioning.

Develop skills to trouble shoot, evaluate process upsets and take corrective actions.

Must maintain Qualified Electrical Worker certification

Performs maintenance on compressors, pumps, turbines, valves, motors, and other plant equipment, when required.

Reads and interprets technical drawings and manuals.

Develop ability to interpret Process & Instrument Drawings to understand process operations, equipment and aid in trouble shooting system anomalies.

Participate in the maintenance / updating of work instructions to assure accurate and current start-up and operational procedures.

Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, evaluate equipment performance, perform routine calibration and maintenance of analytical test equipment and maintain appropriate records.

Be safety conscious, , meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc.

Ability to prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet the requirements of FDA, DPA, OSHA, ISO Quality Systems and other internal and external requirements.

Participate in the maintenance and updating of plant and equipment work instructions.

Prepare and maintain production operations and distribution records to meet internal and external requirements.

Prepare QA documents to certify product quality; transcribe / transfer data from process computer data bases and tables, etc.

to prepare product loss and reports.

Good communication skills (inter departmental, team members, vendors, etc.

Responsible for reviewing and releasing medical grade product per FDA regulations.

Troubleshooting the causes of plant operational issues and alarms, either directly or in conjunction with the local team.

Assisting with starting / stopping the plants in a safe manner as dictated by operating conditions and business needs.

Optimizing plant performance by tracking performance data and implement the best operating plan for all plants.

Executing productivity ideas and Best Practices to keep plant costs down.

Interacting closely with all the supporting groups / personnel for performance optimization and troubleshooting.

Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

Basic Computer skills.

On call for plant needs of any kind, (Personnel, Equipment, Customer problems) Statistical and analytical skills.

Clean driving record.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience

Strong understanding of Safety Practices and policies for the Industrial Gas Industry

Strong understanding of Air Separation Principles

Strong understanding of compressors, pumps and expanders

Strong understanding of electrical motors, electrical power distribution and electrical safety.

Possess skills to utilize I&E test equipment, including DVM, megger, process calibrator, transmitter simulator.

Understanding of Analytical principles.

Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.

Qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color,Religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability

EOE AA M / F / VET / Disability

Last updated : 2024-05-23