Airgas Incorporated

Production Engineer

Airgas Incorporated$100K — $125K *
Gary, IN 46401In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Knowledge in process or production engineering; project engineering knowledge a plus
  • Chemical, food, or pharmaceutical plant operations experience preferred
  • Experience with highly hazardous chemicals in a manufacturing setting
  • Experience with KPIs and performance tracking systems

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical resource on plant operations and chemistry
  • Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators for operations
  • Track Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for productivity improvements
  • Resolve performance gaps in collaboration with other engineers
  • Update documentation and provide training to plant operators
  • Promote a culture of safety and quality in production
  • Complete required training programs

Benefits

  • Work schedule Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm
  • Annual bonus potential of 6%
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Focus on safety and quality in operations
Full Job Description

Location:
Fremont, CA - 46401 Landing Pkwy - Advanced materials
The science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies - from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells - even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA™ and Voltaix® products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

he Production Engineer acts as a technical resource for Operations personnel in the plant, applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, resolve plant problems and enable safe and efficient production of quality products. The Engineer is expected to be able to interact effectively with a wide variety of teams to implement change effectively and sustain the gains. The Engineer is expected to be able to thrive in a fast paced and very dynamic environment.

The annual base salary range for this position in California or New York City is $100,000 - $125,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Air Liquide considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Salary Range: $90k - $110k

Annual Bonus: 6%

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 7am - 4pm

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Serves as a technical resource on the technical capability and capacity of the production plant. Understands the chemistry of the plant. Understands how the plant operates. Understands key Health, Safety and Environmental parameters including reactive chemical concerns and process safety requirements. Understands the customer specifications and expectations for the product.
  • Assist in establishing Key Performance Indicators for each of the plant operations under their responsibility. On a daily basis, monitors the KPIs, trends and the ultimate performance of the unit against the plant goals for personal safety, process safety, quality and productivity.
  • Track OEE of processes to support consistent improvement of productivity.
  • Takes action to resolve gaps between performance and goals along with other engineers. Encourages plant personnel to effectively change behaviors when performance is not meeting expectations. Is capable of completing small improvement projects when required.
  • Work to Improve and update documentation including learning resources and Standard Operating Procedures for the plant. Provides knowledge transfer to the operators and ensures it is being used.
  • Drives a culture of "Do It Safe, Do It Right the First Time" with their actions and their words on a daily basis.
  • Successfully complete required trainings
  • Ability to effectively and proficiently communicate both verbally and written in English
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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Knowledge in process or production engineering. Project engineering knowledge a plus.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Chemical, food or pharmaceutical plant operations experience
  • Experience working with highly hazardous chemicals at a manufacturing facility
  • Experience establishing, tracking and driving gap closure with KPIs (Key Performance Metrics) or equivalent.
  • Experience with Northwest Analytics (NWA) process analytical software
  • Working knowledge of PLC and Process Automation control systems
  • Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification or equivalent knowledge
  • 5S and Lean Manufacturing experience
  • Process hazard analysis training; LOPA and HAZOP
  • Root cause investigation training and methodology
  • Able to learn technical chemical processes quickly in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
  • Able to effectively work with team mates in Maintenance, R&D, Process Development, Engineering, Quality and HSE (Health, Safety and Environment)
  • Improvement project or capital project experience
  • Methodical data based problem solving and decision making skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to multitask
  • Self-starter with the ability to perform well under pressure and changing priorities
  • Ability to communicate concisely and effectively in written and verbal formats with stakeholders at multiple levels in the business.


About Airgas Incorporated

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Airgas was founded in 1982, and acquired by Air Liquide in 2016. The company operates through two segments: Distribution and Production. The Distribution segment offers a wide range of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products, to customers in various industries, including manufacturing and health care. The Production segment offers nitrogen, oxygen, and argon gases for use in steelmaking, welding, and other industries.
Learn more about Airgas Incorporated
Size
18,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1982

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