Nitrous Oxide Plant Operator - Richmond, CA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
- Reports to Plant Manager
- Receives, tests, releases for
use, and unloads Ammonium Nitrate solution from railcars or trailers.
- Monitors, records, and
maintains the operation of a nitrous oxide production facility within Standards
of Control
- Troubleshoots and corrects
production conditions that are outside of the Standards of Control
- Collects product samples from
storage tanks - Uses validated analytical methods and gas chromatography to
determine product conformance to written standards
- Compiles batch production
records, performs tests, and prepares Storage Tank Conformance Reports
- Releases Conformed storage
tanks for use following review by Quality Control
- Samples returned bulk trailers
for suitability to standards and releases trailers for reloading
- Reports non-conforming trailer
to plant manager
- Loads bulk trailers
- Takes samples, performs tests,
and prepares Certificates of Analysis for loaded trailers.
- Releases trailers for
distribution following review by Quality Control
- Performs scrubber solution
maintenance and documents action
- Performs dryer maintenance and
documents action
- Receives chemicals, parts and
components, in accordance to published procedures
- Demonstrates ability to start
up the plant and to shut down the plant under normal and emergency conditions
- Assists in plant maintenance
- Assists in development of
operating procedures
- Maintains personal compliance
with FDA, DOT, OSHA EPA and other governmental regulations
- Complies with Matheson's
Medical Procedures; Safety Procedures and Environmental Procedures
- Receives customer complaints
and begins response process
- Perform other projects and
duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and
standards
- Receive, review, sort, & file medical, food, legal, and
audit paperwork.
- Complete assigned MAP tasks.
- Plan, coordinate, & execute ISO deliveries following with
writing, reviewing, sorting, and filing ISO paperwork in regard with Koike
Medical, Matheson Accounting, Logistics, & misc.
- Assist with plant shutdowns.
- Audit the plant and plant paperwork.

SAFETY: - Believes in and adheres
to Matheson's safety policy - Demonstrates commitment to Zero Accident
objectives - Active participant in safety meetings, discussions and improvement
- Follows strict operating procedures - Supports company compliance to FDA and
DOT requirements
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: -
Responsive to customer calls and complaints - Provides product within published
specifications and customer requirements - Understands concept of customer
service
PROFITABLE GROWTH: -
Supports and achieves plant goals and objectives - Suggests methods of cost
control/improvement
EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT: - Meets
individualized training requirements - Assists in training of new production
technicians - Recommends training opportunities
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: -
Increases knowledge of the organization, it's policies, procedures; order
fulfillment process, product lines and strategic plans
TECHINICAL EXPERTISE:
- High School diploma or equivalent - Must be able to perform mathematical
exercises of moderate complexity - Able to pay attention to details - Aims for
total accuracy in records and reports - Ability to determine cause and effect
in plant operation - Experience in plant operation and industrial environment -
Knowledge of instruments and test equipment - Basic computer skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Moderate
work - Climbing, stooping, turning and lifting up to I 00 lbs. possible - May
be required to work in inclement weather - May be required to spend a great
deal of time on his/her feet - May be required to wear respirator - May be
required to work shifts -
Must be able to carry 50lbs or
more (buckets, hoses, cylinders). Must be able to walk periodically to take
plant readings. Must be able to perform tasks while wearing PPE.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Stationary Position - Frequently
Move/Traverse - Occasionally
Stationary Position/Seated-
Frequently
Transport/Lifting - Occasionally
Transport/Carrying- Occasionally
Exerting Force/Pushing - Rarely
Exerting Force/Pulling- Rarely
Ascend/Descend- Occasionally
Balancing- Rarely
Position Self/Stooping-
Occasionally
Position Self/Kneeling- Rarely
Position Self/Crouching-
Occasionally
Position Self/Crawling- Rarely
Reaching- Occasionally
Handling- Frequently
Grasping- Frequently
Feeling- Frequently
Communicate/Talking- Frequently
Communicate/Hearing- Frequently
Repetitive Motions- Occasionally
Coordination- Occasionally

PAY RATE: $45.46 per
hour DOE.

Here are a few good reasons:
Compensation package including: - Excellent Health Benefits
Package; Medical, Dental, Vision - Top-of-the-line 401(k) Retirement Plan with
company match - Paid Time Off; Holidays, Floaters, & Sick - Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability -- Driver Referral Bonus
Matheson is an Equal Opportunity
Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to their race, color, Religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran
status, or disability EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability