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OPERATIONS TECH

AirProducts  - El Segundo, CA
Thursday, November 05, 2009

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, is seeking an experienced Operations Tech for its El Segundo, CA facility.

Responsibilities:
The Plant Operator Technician is responsible for controlling and monitoring a number of processes in the production of liquid and gaseous nitrogen, oxygen and argon, including the following:

-Participate in the basic safety process, sharing responsibility for the site’s overall safety performance.
-Provide direct interface with pipeline and merchant customers.
-Maintain operation of plant; assist in plant equipment mechanical repairs, instrument calibrations and electrical troubleshooting
-Follow, update and maintain operating procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of the operations
-Provide troubleshooting expertise for the production units
-Oversee trailer loading operations and train loading personnel
-Support other facilities in the area as required

Physical Requirements:
-Must be able to climb ladders and steps and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
-Will be exposed to high noise levels
-Be able to meet call-in requirements as needed
-Elevated work required

Required Skills/Experience:
-High school diploma or equivalency
-Commitment to safety
-Strong oral and written communications skills
-Must have strong computer skills

Preferred Skills/Experience:
-Strong mechanical aptitude and/or military experience
-Team player that is flexible and has a positive attitude
-Computer skills
-Two-year Associate Degree in a technical field
-Instrumentation and/or IT experience
-Plant process experience and/or Process Technology Degree/Certification

Shift:
-Rotating 12-hour shift schedule
-Willing to work overtime as needed
-Willing to take 24 hour on call responsibilities on a rotating basis
-Must be a self starter and willing to work alone

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays/vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, pension and 401K plans.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3779BR.

If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None

El Segundo, CA

El Segundo, California



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