Full-Time

Lead Production Technician

Updated on 9/12/2026

Air Liquide

Air Liquide

10,001+ employees

Produces and supplies industrial gases globally

Compensation Overview

$34 - $46/hr

+ Annual bonus

Fremont, CA, USA

In Person

Travel of 0–5% may be required based on business needs; rotating day, night, and weekend shifts are required.

Category
Manufacturing & Production Operations (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management

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Requirements
  • A High School Diploma or GED.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a chemical process operations environment and qualification on the process.
  • At least one year qualified in the process.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with basic computer software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.
  • Performance-based leadership skills.
  • Incident Commander Training at the ICS 200 minimum level.
  • Ability to think and plan ahead and prepare action plans to achieve results.
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of plant fire systems and alarms.
  • Completed Hazmat technician-level training from a certified body.
  • Understanding of the IMS and plant gas monitoring system.
  • Understanding of plant-specific cylinder handling programs, including PF, ERP, Cylinder Handling, and PM.
  • Fitness for duty, including the ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
  • Ability to medically pass respiratory and physical tests required to wear a full-face respirator.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and proficiently, both verbally and in written English.
  • Ability to work rotating day and night shifts, weekends, and support other sites as needed.
  • Ability to remain clean-shaven at all times.
  • Ability to wear a full-face tight-fitting respirator and fully encapsulated Level A emergency-response suit, self-contained breathing apparatus, or other tight-fitting or supplied-air respirators.
  • Ability to roll cylinders.
  • Successful completion of all assigned and required training.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate shift activities to meet the production schedule and perform multiple shift rounds to ensure execution of plans.
  • Lead start-of-shift meetings to communicate priorities and general team communications.
  • Provide on-shift technical and process subject-matter expertise.
  • Serve as an on-shift resource for quality issues.
  • Work with the Production Supervisor to integrate new shift team members and establish performance-measurement key performance indicators.
  • Reinforce compliance with work processes and work instructions.
  • Ensure all environmental, safety, and health standards and regulations are met or exceeded.
  • Sign work permits.
  • Use IMS as a guide for work activities.
  • Coach team members on value assessments of tasks and service requests and facilitate first-line conflict resolution.
  • Participate in process-related root-cause or failure analysis and use the Sologic Root Cause Investigation methodology to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure maintenance and other service requests are clearly defined, scheduled, and completed.
  • Ensure startup and shutdown tasks align with plant operations.
  • Interact with the Sales and Operations Planning process, provide input, and execute its results.
  • Balance quality, productivity, manpower, cost, safety, and morale, and work with supervisors to continuously improve these areas.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels for products, raw materials, and manufacturing supplies.
  • Act as the first responder for equipment, process, and general production issues and contact appropriate off-duty personnel when additional guidance is needed.
  • Actively participate on the emergency response team, including as an entry-team member.
  • Create end-of-shift reports.
  • Remain cross-trained on approved functions.
  • Initiate activities and responsibilities that contribute to goals and consistent, defect-free results.
  • Research, develop, and incorporate new ideas and process improvements.
  • Work rotating shifts and support other sites as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably in a specialty chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with Sologic Root Cause Investigation.
  • A track record of measuring performance against goals and standards using key performance indicators.
  • Experience with 5S and lean manufacturing.

Air Liquide is a global provider of industrial gases and related services. It produces and supplies gases such as oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and specialty gas mixtures to a wide range of industries, including healthcare, electronics, manufacturing, and energy. Its products are used in processes like welding, metal fabrication, chemical production, medical therapies, and semiconductor manufacturing; it also supports advanced applications like rocket propellants and diving equipment through its subsidiaries. The company operates a vast network of production plants, distribution logistics, and gas handling equipment, and it often enters markets via acquisitions (e.g., Airgas) to expand its geographic reach and customer base. Air Liquide's goal is to be the leading supplier of gases and related services worldwide, enabling customers to improve efficiency, safety, and performance in their operations.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Paris, France

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • July 2026 SK hynix contracts exceeded $370 million across Indiana and South Korea.
  • Air Liquide's 2026 Electronics investments lock in customers for late-2027 and 2028 startups.
  • June 2026 DIG Airgas integration expands Korean scale and strengthens regional pricing power.

What critics are saying

  • Elliott built a stake on August 31, 2026, demanding margin improvement.
  • A margin fight can force buybacks, restructuring, or board changes by the 2027 AGM.
  • Semiconductor capex dependence leaves 2027-2028 plants exposed if AI memory demand cools.

What makes Air Liquide unique

  • Air Liquide builds, owns, and operates on-site gas plants under long-term contracts.
  • Its 2026 SK hynix deals anchor it inside AI memory supply chains.
  • Healthcare, space, and electronics diversify demand beyond commodity industrial gases.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Sabbatical Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Stock Options

Company Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Relocation Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Student Loan Assistance

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Elder Care Support

Pet Insurance

Bereavement Leave

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Training Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

6%
Euronext
Sep 7th, 2026
Activist investor Elliott builds Air Liquide stake, pushes for changes, sources say | live

By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has built a stake in Paris-based Air Liquide and is urging the French multinational company to improve its margins, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Air Liquide
Jul 6th, 2026
Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix’s ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem | Air Liquide

Air Liquide invests over 170M USD in the U.S. to support SK hynix’s ambition to build a global AI memory ecosystem

Yahoo Finance
May 1st, 2026
Air Liquide's fair value rises to $224 as analysts lift targets to $234

Air Liquide's fair value estimate has shifted from €196.58 to €198.15, moving closer to external analyst targets clustered around €206 to €207. Recent analyst activity, including raised price targets from Citi (to €207 from €195) and Berenberg (to €206 from €202), alongside upgrades from Kepler Cheuvreux and Morgan Stanley, reflects growing confidence in the company's revenue and cash flow potential. The company recently announced significant investments, including over $350 million for oxygen and nitrogen supply to HYUNDAI-POSCO Louisiana's facility, €200 million for industrial gas units in Hiroshima, and completion of an Advanced Materials plant in Taiwan. An upcoming Analyst and Investor Day is expected to provide further details on medium-term priorities and capital allocation.

World-Energy
Apr 1st, 2026
Air Liquide launches $565M green bond to refinance hydrogen and sustainability projects

Air Liquide has launched its first green bond issue, raising €500 million to finance and refinance sustainable projects including hydrogen development. The 10-year bond was issued at a yield of 0.461% under the group's Euro Medium Term Note programme. Proceeds will refinance Air Liquide's September 2021 bond maturities and support the company's long-term growth. The issuance follows ambitious sustainable projects announced in March, particularly focused on reducing CO2 emissions. Fabienne Lecorvaisier, Executive Vice-President of Finance and Operations, said the transaction demonstrates investor confidence in Air Liquide's sustainability commitments. The company plans to become a regular issuer of sustainable bonds, integrating ESG considerations with economic and financial performance in its growth strategy.

Nikkei Asia
Mar 25th, 2026
Air Liquide opens first Taiwan chip materials plant in $1B+ AI investment

Air Liquide, Europe's largest industrial gas maker, has opened its first chip materials plant in Taiwan on Wednesday. The facility is part of the company's investment exceeding $1 billion in Taiwan to support growing demand for AI chip production. The plant will supply materials to Taiwan's semiconductor industry, which is experiencing increased demand driven by artificial intelligence applications.