CO2 Production Technician

Job Overview:

The primary function of the CO2 Production Technician position is to ensure safe and reliable operation of the Benicia CA, CO2 plant. Utilizing plant operations knowledge, the CO2 Production Tech works in a team environment where individuals are empowered to set priorities and complete different activities with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities:

Successful candidates must be able to understand principles of the Hazardous Work Permit and Lock Out Tag Out as well as compliance with all Government and Linde Environmental Permits, Regulations and Policies.

This is a full-time position in Northern California, supporting the Benicia Ca, CO2 facility. This is an 8-hour Shift position.

• Follow safe work permit processes, policies and procedures.

• Assist in the training and development of new employees.

• Understand Production KPIs and work towards achieving these goals.

• Understand the theoretical aspects of the process and adjust controls towards achieving desired flows, pressures, and purities.

• 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, and unit efficiency on equipment.

• Understand P&ID and control loop input-output logic.

• Understand and follow all SMP, SOP, COP, OSS, OPS alerts and Technical Bulletins.

• Where required: 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 and boilers: 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.

• Complete all LMS training modules and OJT for assigned job per assigned timeline.

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.

• Motivated, self-starter capable of effectively managing multiple tasks and priorities.

• Relevant computer and technical skills.

• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.

• Must have strong, 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 req