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R10077983 ASU Plant Operator I (Open) Location: Anchorage, AK - Arctic Spur - ASU
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Airgas is hiring a Plant Operator I in Anchorage, AK! At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We are looking for you! This position is responsible for leading the operations and maintenance of the only medically certified air separation unit that produces cryogenic liquid oxygen and nitrogen for use in both medical and industrial applications. The associates who operate this facility are tasked with ensuring efficient and reliable operations. Follows and adheres to all safety and regulatory procedures including OSHA, FDA, and DOT by performing the following. Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Monitors and maintains the safe operation of an Air Separation Facility which produces cryogenic products. Controls flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process using the computer operating system. May be responsible for monitoring the remote Vacuum Pressure Swing Absorption (VPSA) plants on a rotating basis while on call. May share on-call responsibilities with other operators to facilitate uninterrupted plant operations. Performs quality control functions associated with products to maintain quality assurance. Prepares and maintains accurate records in accordance with all safety, quality, regulatory and production requirements, such as plant readings, and plant maintenance, etc. Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately by informing the direct manager. Takes initiative to improve facilities (i.e. operations, reliability, and costs) while staying within budget and communicating with Plant Manager. Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and (closure of PO’s and receiving / time inputting) as needed. Airgas associates are encouraged to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.
Responsibilities
Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
Monitors and maintains the safe operation of an Air Separation Facility which produces cryogenic products.
Controls flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process using the computer operating system.
May be responsible for monitoring the remote Vacuum Pressure Swing Absorption (VPSA) plants on a rotating basis while on call.
May share on-call responsibilities with other operators to facilitate uninterrupted plant operations.
Performs quality control functions associated with products to maintain quality assurance.
Prepares and maintains accurate records in accordance with all safety, quality, regulatory and production requirements, such as plant readings, and plant maintenance, etc.
Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately by informing the direct manager.
Takes initiative to improve facilities (i.e. operations, reliability, and costs) while staying within budget and communicating with Plant Manager.
Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and (closure of PO’s and receiving / time inputting) as needed.
Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent six months relatable experience and education.
One to two years experience working with motors, compressors, pumps, and drives in an industrial setting is preferred.
Demonstrates basic (piping, valves) understanding of Process Instrumentation Drawings and Process Flow Diagrams.
Ability to read and follow company standard operating procedures.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work occasional overtime to keep the plant running with limited downtown.
Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
Progressive parental leave package for eligible Airgas parents.
401k plan with company matching funds.
Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
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R10077983 ASU Plant Operator I (Open) Location: Anchorage, AK - Arctic Spur - ASU
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Airgas is hiring a Plant Operator I in Anchorage, AK! At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We are looking for you! This position is responsible for leading the operations and maintenance of the only medically certified air separation unit that produces cryogenic liquid oxygen and nitrogen for use in both medical and industrial applications. The associates who operate this facility are tasked with ensuring efficient and reliable operations. Follows and adheres to all safety and regulatory procedures including OSHA, FDA, and DOT by performing the following. Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment. Monitors and maintains the safe operation of an Air Separation Facility which produces cryogenic products. Controls flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process using the computer operating system. May be responsible for monitoring the remote Vacuum Pressure Swing Absorption (VPSA) plants on a rotating basis while on call. May share on-call responsibilities with other operators to facilitate uninterrupted plant operations. Performs quality control functions associated with products to maintain quality assurance. Prepares and maintains accurate records in accordance with all safety, quality, regulatory and production requirements, such as plant readings, and plant maintenance, etc. Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately by informing the direct manager. Takes initiative to improve facilities (i.e. operations, reliability, and costs) while staying within budget and communicating with Plant Manager. Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and (closure of PO’s and receiving / time inputting) as needed. Airgas associates are encouraged to act with care, adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be, Act, Engage framework of employee performance. All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.
Responsibilities
Responsible for adherence to company policies including safety and the use of personal protective equipment.
Monitors and maintains the safe operation of an Air Separation Facility which produces cryogenic products.
Controls flow, purities, and pressures of the manufacturing process using the computer operating system.
May be responsible for monitoring the remote Vacuum Pressure Swing Absorption (VPSA) plants on a rotating basis while on call.
May share on-call responsibilities with other operators to facilitate uninterrupted plant operations.
Performs quality control functions associated with products to maintain quality assurance.
Prepares and maintains accurate records in accordance with all safety, quality, regulatory and production requirements, such as plant readings, and plant maintenance, etc.
Determines if immediate maintenance action is required and acts appropriately by informing the direct manager.
Takes initiative to improve facilities (i.e. operations, reliability, and costs) while staying within budget and communicating with Plant Manager.
Performs administrative functions, i.e. requisitioning, purchasing, production accounting, and (closure of PO’s and receiving / time inputting) as needed.
Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent six months relatable experience and education.
One to two years experience working with motors, compressors, pumps, and drives in an industrial setting is preferred.
Demonstrates basic (piping, valves) understanding of Process Instrumentation Drawings and Process Flow Diagrams.
Ability to read and follow company standard operating procedures.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Must be able to work occasional overtime to keep the plant running with limited downtown.
Must be able to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.
Progressive parental leave package for eligible Airgas parents.
401k plan with company matching funds.
Tuition reimbursement and discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents.
Airgas Scholarship Program.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
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