Production Engineer

at Linde in Hartford, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Purpose of the position:
Provide Operations and Production support for production facilities. Improve the facilities through optimization of existing process, removal of defects, and elevation of operational excellence. Assist in Process Safety related operational readiness tasks related to shutdowns, startups, and major outages.
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.
Principal Responsibilities:
Personal computer proficiency (Internet, word processing, spreadsheets), and other software used by the company
Strong organizational ability - Ability to with working independently with little direct supervision
Strong oral and written communication skills. - at ease when dealing with customers
Strong collaborative capability to function in a broader team setting
Strong interpersonal abilities to support mentoring/coaching activities
Aptitude for Project management/Change management
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with relevant OSHA standards
Ability to interpret technical drawings

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering - Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical degree is required
Minimum 2 years' experience in a related process plant operations and reliability activity is preferred or a graduate of Messer's Graduate Development Program (GDP) Experience in operational excellence.

Familiar with MOC's (Management of Change documents)
Familiar with HAZOP Hazard and Operability Analysis.
Six Sigma certification is a plus
Travel required up to 40%
Demonstrated track record in solid safety performance
Ability to climb to heights 200 ft. above grade and work effectively
Valid driver's license with a good record
Availability for On-call duty and other hours as required

About Messer:

Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.
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.
If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Messer North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.