Analyzer Technician

OXEA Corporation Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals

Oxo products are the core competency of OXEA Corporation. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,200 OXEA employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, and China, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

Position Overview

The Analyzer Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process analyzer systems and associated sampling equipment throughout the chemical manufacturing facility.  This position ensures analyzer reliability and accuracy to support safe operations, product quality, environmental compliance, and process optimization while executing work in accordance with company procedures, work processes, and regulatory requirements.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities 

• Install, inspect, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair process analyzer systems and associated sampling systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities on process analyzers and supporting equipment.
• Maintain analyzer reliability and accuracy to support operational performance, product quality, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Participate in root cause investigations, equipment condition assessments, failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve analyzer reliability and performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration documentation, and work order history within SAP or other approved maintenance systems.
• Communicate equipment status, maintenance activities, and operational concerns with Production, Maintenance, Technical Services, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Support analyzer project work, equipment upgrades, and commissioning activities as assigned.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, environmental requirements, and safe work practices.
• Participate in safety observations, pre-job planning, hazard assessments, and incident investigations as required.
• Maintain compliance with applicable company standards, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Interactions

• Internal:   Production, Maintenance, Reliability, Technical Services, Laboratory, and HSE
• External: 3rd party contractors, Equipment Vendors, and Service Providers

Working Conditions

• Position requires working four (4) ten-hour shifts per week and participating in a rotating weekend duty schedule. 
• Must be available for overtime, emergency callouts, and outage/turnaround support as required.
• Requires work in industrial process environments, including elevated work areas, confined spaces, outdoor conditions, and exposure to varying weather conditions. 
• Must be capable of wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

Language Requirements

• English

Minimum Requirements

• Associate Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Analyzer Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of four (4) years of experience maintaining analytical instrumentation in a chemical, petrochemical, refining, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical manuals, procedures, electrical drawings, loop diagrams, and analyzer documentation.
• Knowledge of analyzer systems, applications, and measurement principles.
• Experience working within a team-based maintenance environment with minimal supervision.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Desired

• Experience in chemical manufacturing operations.
• Experience utilizing SAP or equivalent computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience with HSE permitting policies and procedures within an industrial environment.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance analyzers and emissions monitoring systems.
• Working knowledge of process control instrumentation

Competencies and Skills 

• Working knowledge of applicable analyzer procedures, ISO quality requirements, analyzer application data sheets, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of process analytical instrumentation and sampling systems, including: Gas Chromatographs (GCs), Infrared (IR) Analyzers, Paramagnetic Oxygen Analyzers, pH Analyzers, Conductivity Analyzers, Moisture Analyzers, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS), etc.
• Understanding of analyzer principles of operation, calibration techniques, and measurement methods.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, organizational, and root cause analysis skills.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems.
• Fundamental computer skills including Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.
• Ability to interpret process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, electrical schematics, and analyzer documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.