1St Shift - Ammonia Refrigeration Operator - 6Am To 3Pm* - $31+ Per Hour

The Ammonia Refrigeration Operator is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of ammonia refrigeration and HVAC utility equipment/systems, and other facility equipment. Also, this position is responsible for performing preventative and corrective maintenance on the production and company facilities.

• Additional $1.50 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 6PM-6AM.
• Schedule for position is Saturday - Wednesday
• Must be flexible for overtime and will perform weekend work

Duties And Responsibilities

• Will spend extended periods of time in a cold and wet, as low as -40F degree temperature environment.
• Proficient in utilizing line drawings and schematics to troubleshoot equipment.
• Daily chemical testing of condenser cooling water and logging all test results, making adjustments required to maintain cooling water.
• Performs ammonia systems established preventative maintenance and identifies new PM activities, as needed.
• Maintaining and servicing ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment as well as being able to maintain all necessary paperwork associated with the Process Safety Management program.
• Proficient in the operation of all plant equipment to better troubleshoot and maintain as required.
• Proficient in understanding and troubleshooting hydraulics and pneumatics circuits and systems.
• Safe and efficient operation of refrigeration system.
• Has a good working knowledge of two-stage industrial ammonia system.
• Must have experience in troubleshooting and replacing VF Drives and other motor control devices.
• Analyze and solve electro/mechanical problems related to the ammonia System.
• Perform some duties in a confined space.
• Must have experience in troubleshooting PLCs, understanding components and logic.
• Proficient in maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical systems such as gearboxes, bearing, seals, clutch & brakes, etc.
• Communicate with team leaders and production associates regarding critical findings during routine inspections.
• Comply with plant regulatory programs such as PSM and Risk Management Program (RMP).
• Has a very good understanding of and no physical problems with NH3 (Ammonia)
• Work at high evolutions on ladders or mechanical lifts.
• Proficient in welding and metal fabrication to include proper use of machine shop equipment.
• Proficient in using CMMS (Computerized maintenance management system) to record all maintenance activities daily.
• Effectively complete preventative and predictive maintenance per weekly schedule to prevent breakdowns on equipment.
• Repair of ammonia systems-related equipment.
• Utilize root-cause analysis skills to investigate breakdown and line stoppages while collaborating with other departments.
• Ensuring daily adherence to the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Regulations.
• Proficient in troubleshooting 230/480 motor control circuits in a manufacturing environment, utilizing multi-meter and other test equipment.

Education/Certifications

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Preferred to have at least 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to effectively train others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team orientation
• Good understanding of plant quality requirements
• Must be able to read work documents in English
• Good working knowledge of GMP’s
• Must be able to adhere to the attendance policy
• Strong focus on safety

Working Conditions And Physical Effort

• Position requires the ability to stand; walking around the office and plant; lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity, and reaching; kneeling, crawling, and twisting to inspect equipment. It also requires the ability to see; hear; and communicate with employees as well as others by utilizing professional etiquette
• Work involves daily exposure to elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, humidity, darkness, and/or noise
• The work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks, such as working around mechanical, chemical, and electrical hazards
• Personal protective equipment, as defined by CHG, will be provided.
• Regular exposure to food products and food allergens

Expectations

• Must be willing to invest time in continuous improvement of technical skills.
• Will Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!

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