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Production Coordinator

United States Careers, Pasadena, TX, United States


The primary function of the Production Coordinator is to guide, delegate and supervise work tasks at the location. You will maintain thesafe, efficient andreliableoperation of a chemical manufacturing process in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. You will implement preventative and corrective maintenance andreliabilityactivities at the location.

Why Messer?
Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Safety

Understandand adhere to companysafework policies.

Apply the hazardous work permit (HWP) process, lockout-tagout (LOTO) and energy isolation procedures asrequiredfor company and contractor personnel.

Followmanagementofchange(MOC) procedures for all changes to process and operating procedures.

Oversee, provide guidance to and monitor contractors.

Lead and participate in operations, maintenance, and safety meetings.

Reliabilityand Maintenance

Set up and safely operate allinstrumentsand equipment necessary to perform assigned work.

Effectively prioritize and schedule all work activities.

Perform and document process and product analyzers calibration checks.

Instrumentation & Controls

Perform intermediate troubleshooting of instrumentation and control valves.

Electrical (Once Certified):

Perform basic troubleshooting of electrical systems.

Perform LOTO of electrical systems and confirm zero energy.

Mechanical (Once Certified):

Perform advanced troubleshooting of mechanical equipment (pumps, compressors).

Complete advanced mechanical equipment repairs, including invasive teardowns and rebuilds.

Process Operation and Efficiency

Lead shutdowns, start-ups, derimes, and production state changes for plant(s) in area.

Troubleshoot process problems to identify equipment requiring maintenance.

Perform water treatment analysis and associated tasks.

Accept on-call duty and overtime as required.

People / Interpersonal

Maintain open line ofcommunicationwith manager and other stakeholders.

Excellentmotivationalskills that naturallyengageothers to follow.

Supportnew employees and entry-level technicians through coaching and mentoring.

RequiredSkills:

Math - Basic algebra, fractions/percentages, unitconversion.

Personal computer proficiency.

Interpersonal capabilities that willsupportteam philosophy andplan.

Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to work alone.

Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with simple mechanic’s handtools.

Knowledge of chemical manufacturing hazards.

Familiarity with common process equipment and their functions.

Understandingof basic electrical hazards and safety and skills in troubleshooting electrical systems, withsupportfrom subject matterexperts.

Instrumentation: Ability to troubleshoot 4-20 mA transmitter and electro-pneumatic control loops.

Ability to interpret engineering drawings including P&IDs and PFDs.

Able to navigate a documentationsystem to find relevant work instructions, forms, andsupportingdocumentation.

Capable of operating a forklift, and/or overhead crane, and/or manlift.

Electrical: Ability to interpret electrical drawings including single-line diagrams.

Physically able to perform all dutiesrequiredwhich mayinvolveamong other things; bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, and lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 lbs.

Ability toclimbto heights 200 ft above grade and work effectively.

Basic Qualifications:

HSD or GED

Seven (7)yearsof relevant experience in a related process plant operations, maintenance, orreliabilityactivity.

Valid drivers license

Preferred Qualifications:

Certificate in a technical discipline, two-year related degree or recent military training in a technical field is a plus.

Prefer advanced skills in an ASU, CO@ or on-site process plant.

Ideally, the candidate will also have skills in maintenance and troubleshooting in either process instrumentation and controls, electrical equipment or mechanical machinery.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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