Production Technician at Linde Inc in Loveland, Colorado

Job Description:

Job Overview: The primary function of the Production tech / Shift Break position is to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Loveland CO - Air Separation Facility. The role will include but not limited to performing routine operating, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of the facility, and loading product transports in the fill zone. The work schedule will be Monday - Friday 7:00 Am - 3:30 PM, for approximately 2/3 of the year, and 2;30 AM - 2:30 PM, or 2:30 PM - 2:30 AM when covering vacation and PTO for the 12-hour shift operators, approximately 1/3 of the year. Primary Responsibilities: - Understand and strictly adhere to company safety work policies and operating practices. Report safety incidents and near misses. - Assist and be approved in the training and development of new employees. - Must be willing to work rotating shift schedule and adjust the schedule based on the facility activities. - Understand the theoretical aspects of the process and adjust controls towards achieving desired flows, pressures, and purities. - Ensure customer quality requirements are met for ALL products: maintain Quality Program. - Understand and Monitor efficiency of equipment: cooler approaches, water temp rise, unit efficiency on equipment, etc. - Understand P&ID, and control loop input-output logic. - Understand and follow all SMP, SOP, COP, OSS, OPS alerts and Technical Bulletins. - Understand and resolve fill zone and back-up system issues. - Understand what parameters the analyzer must function under (i.e. reference gas flows, product gas flows). - Understand and Conduct water test on cooling tower: make necessary adjustment needed to keep in control. - Maintain building and grounds equipment. - Monitor and communicate contractor activities in all areas covered above when required. - Coordinate with maintenance team and support, if required, in the Corrective and Preventive maintenances. - Complete all LMS training modules and OJT for assigned job per assigned timeline. - Have a working knowledge of computers and typical computer programs ( i.e. Excel, word, Outlook) - Responsibilities/duties are typically focused and routine at this level. The position will require working outdoors in various weather conditions. Qualifications: - High School Diploma or equivalent is required. - Associates in Applied Sciences Degree or equivalent apprenticeship preferred. - Previous experience in a continuous chemical operation environment preferred. - Motivated, self-starter capable of effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities. - Organized and very well housekeeping. - Relevant computer and technical skills - Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required. - Must have good, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. - Must have a current and valid driver's license. - Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job. - Lift 50 pounds. - Climb stairs and ladders. - Work in tight and closed spaces. - Be able to wear all required personal protective equipment. About Linde: Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2023 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet. The company serves a variety of end markets including aerospace, chemicals, food and beverage, electronics, energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and primary metals. Linde's industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions. For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com. - We offer a comprehensive competitive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, health, dental, disability, life insurance, 401(k) (with matching), and pension benefits. - At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent. - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Linde thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview will be contacted. Pay commensurate with experience. Pay range: $48,900 - $71,720.