Assistant Operator (Operations Technician / Plant Operator)

Job Description and Qualifications
Plant Operator Job Description
At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
Reimagine What's Possible
Plant Operator Roles and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a Operations Technician / Plant Operator
within at Granite City.
The Plant Operator will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting processes and equipment.
Required Skills / Abilities:

• Operations training and experience with chemical or industrial gas processes and equipment, including process control operations using DCS systems.
• Experience in minor maintenance functions with mechanical, electrical, and instrument systems. Applicable degrees, certifications or other training considered a plus.
• Administrative skills to function effectively in computer based systems such as SAP, Windows/Office, and other computer applications.
• A self starter who effectively handles their time to identify the necessary tasks and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Ability to collect and analyze data, while applying a systematic approach to reach conclusions and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with technical and administrative support functions across various company locations.
• Use and maintain standardized policies and procedures to optimize safety, quality and costs.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Solid background and previous work and/or military record
• Must be willing to be on call to support 24x7 plant operations.
• Must be able to climb ladders and steps and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Technical School Graduates: Students with a background in Industrial Systems, Machine Tool Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Automotive Technology, HVAC, Process Technology, Electrical Technology, Instrumentation Technology are encouraged to apply.
Military Veterans: Air Products is a military friendly employer that values the skills obtained through military teamwork. Our culture and company values the leadership and focus on safety that is obtained from your service. This position would be best suited for Non-commissioned Officers with specific focus in technical fields. Veterans from any branch or MOS with hands-on mechanical skill sets and, for example, experience in propulsion systems, engineering fields, nuclear power, aircraft maintenance, cryogenic technicians, and civil engineering are encouraged to apply.
Work Hours & Benefits:
The working hours for this position are primarily Monday - Friday Day and Night rotating shifts every 2 weeks, but require flexibility for some weekend on-call or plant outage work.
We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans/401(k), and sick time. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you'll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.