Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Refrigeration Technician will provide leadership and coordinate all efforts for the plant systems pertaining to Ammonia, Steam, Air, Water and HVAC. The refrigeration mechanic will establish, organize, plan, and implement maintenance programs that will improve the operating efficiencies for the plant quickly and safely. He will support the maintenance strategy for Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Operator Asset Care, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance Avoidance and PSM. This will also include the development and implementation of necessary technical training/certification needs, and the provision of any technical services needed to support the Plant. The Refrigeration Mechanic will support and coordinate all efforts with outside contractors including justification, design, some project implementation, and startups, also includes the direction of outside contractors and their maintenance contracts Essential Functions
Monitors and evaluates equipment logs and reports for steam, refrigeration, water, compressed air and HVAC systems. Looks to correct chronic or repetitive problems by evaluating the log or reports
Engaged in the operation and maintenance of the powerhouse equipment
Maintains records of all equipment and recommends improvements to inventory and preventive maintenance systems based on this information
Coordinates efforts with outside contractors to successfully execute maintenance contracts
Procures material's necessary for the maintenance of equipment in his area of responsibility
Ensure new equipment meets requirements of OSHA, sanitation, quality, maintenance, and production.
Plans all work for power house equipment
Oversees and approves all repairs
Maintains fire and ammonia leak vigilance
Handles all matters pertaining to the powerhouse in a safe manner
Participates in the PSM Program
Keeps Plant Engineering manager, Maintenance Mgr., Manufacturing Mgr. and Safety Mgr. advised of operating conditions and problems on a timely manner
Procurement of Energy
Maintain Compliance of Federal, State and Local EPA regulations
Provide a safe and reliable, efficient operation
Promotes Safe working habits
Responsible for interacting with all plant depts.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in Ammonia Refrigeration or related field.
Background that includes, but not limited to boilers, air compressor equipment, understanding of plant utilities systems, equipment installation and startups
Experience working with vendors and contractors.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in the food industry and knowledge of GMP's and SQF audits would be valuable Competencies
Strong interpersonal and team skills to function as a productive team member and leader.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial truck. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Maintenance Staff works a 9 hour schedule with an on-call schedule every 3rd weekend. We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation
Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza, salad dressing, and BBQ sauce product categories. We have four manufacturing facilities located in OH, IL, IA, and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers.
This position is based out of our Beaver Dam, WI location.
Salary info: $27.50 - $35 / hr
