Refrigeration Tech-Night Shift

Position Summary

The Refrigeration Technician completes the day-to-day activities of the Refrigeration Department to ensure meeting the department and overall plant goals of safety and quality. Perform work in a manner that complies with all federal, state, local, IIAR, RETA, SQF and company rules and regulations and with optimum regard to plant safety and Good Manufacturing Practices. 

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee and manage Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration Systems including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs (Compressors, condensers, fans, microprocessors, frequency drives, etc.).
• Operate and maintain the Process Safety Management and Risk Management Plan. 
• Perform system responsibilities that include plant processes in a GMP environment. The system includes Blast Freezing Equipment along with temperature-controlled environments for food storage.
• Monitor, maintain, and/or improve continuously all aspects of refrigeration department, including specifications, sampling, procedures, methods, deviations, equipment, supplies, records, books, files, etc.
• Maintain and perform the facility environmental testing program to assure compliance with all customer and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with production, maintenance, and warehouse personnel to effectively resolve and eliminate plant and process problems. 
• Communicate daily all pertinent information regarding system operation and maintenance to department management.
• Work in conjunction with maintenance and other refrigeration technicians to cross train on system maintenance to obtain adequate coverage across all shifts. 
• Assist management in developing standard operating procedures, daily work schedules and duty cycles for all repairs and maintenance, relating to refrigeration equipment.
• Interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals for applicable systems.
• Maintain plant boiler and hot water systems.
• Participate in the Plant Safety Committee when applicable.
• Perform all other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Education/Training

Required:  

• High School diploma

Preferred:   

• Technical College/RETA Ammonia Refrigeration Operator certification

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities 

Required: 

• Technical knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems. 
• Ability to stand on feet in a plant environment for up to 12 hours. 
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, and occasionally more pounds inside and outside of the facility.   
• Ability to stand, twist, reach, and bend on a regular basis.

Preferred:  

• Experience in a food manufacturing and packaging environment.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Slip resistant footwear 
• Apron or smock or uniform
• Company supplied gloves
• Hairnet/beard net
• Ear, eye, and head protection gear 
• Other PPE such as protective eyewear or gloves may be required depending on task.  

Employees Supervised: None

Work Environment: Typical food manufacturing environment with regular exposure to heat and cold environments depending on the area assigned.

Equipment Used:  Electrical meters and maintenance tools

Safety Sensitive Position: Yes