Position Summary
Responsible for
Maintaining and Improving Plant performance. This is typically a non-shift
work position although situations may require work outside normal shift.
Performance Technician will perform mechanical, instrument and electrical
maintenance. See skill set listed below:
Essential Functions
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, i.e., meetings, work areas, eliminate hazards, etc. This
is a safety sensitive position
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.
This is a safety sensitive position
Required for
All Jobs
* Performs other
duties as assigned
* Complies with
all policies and standards
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level Education
Details Req/
Pref
Associate's
Degree High School
diploma, Technical School or related industrial experience Required
Bachelor's
Degree
Work
Experience
Experience Experience
Details Required/
Preferred
1-3 years Compressors, pumps, valves and expanders, also Instrument
& electrical testing equipment Preferred
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
Basic Computer
skills.
On call for plant needs of any kind, (Personnel, Equipment, Customer
problems) Statistical and analytical skills.
Clean driving record.
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.
Ability to utilize troubleshooting skills on Medium voltage panels, low
voltage panels, Programmable Logic Controllers, field process measuring
equipment and vibration equipment
Understanding of Analytical principles.
Licenses and
Certifications
Licenses/Certifications Licenses/Certification
Details Time Frame Required/
Preferred
N/A N/A N/A N/A
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical
Demands Category:
Physical
Demands
A thorough
completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such
as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Stationary
Position - Occasionally
Move/Traverse - frequently
Stationary
Position/Seated -Occasionally
Transport/Lifting - Occasionally
Transport/Carrying - Occasionally
Exerting
Force/Pushing - Occasionally
Exerting
Force/Pulling - Occasionally
Ascend/Descend - Occasionally
Balancing - rarely
Position
Self/Stooping -Occasionally
Position
Self/Kneeling - Occasionally
Position
Self/Crouching - n/a
Position
Self/Crawling - n/a Reaching - Occasionally Handling - Occasionally
Grasping - Occasionally
Feeling - Occasionally
Communicate/Talking - frequently
Communicate/Hearing - frequently
Repetitive
Motions - Occasionally
Coordination - Occasionally
Compensation: $37-41.32 per hour DOE
Travel
Requirements
Estimated
Amount Brief
Description
10% Travel for scheduled Training where applicable.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies
with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability |
Matheson Tri-Gas
Nov 04, 2026 