Refrigeration Mechanic - 2nd shift

This is a full-time 2nd shift position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.

Who we are!

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like

Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa PrimaTM and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies!

We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

What we want to do for you!

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

401k with Company Match

What we need from you :

High School Diploma or equivalent required, two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred, with 1-3 year of related experience

Knowledge of refrigeration maintenance boilers and ammonia compressors

Must be able to don / doff and utilize an air purifying respirator (APR) and / or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), HAZMAT certifiable

Ability to obtain boiler license

Advanced Electrical and Maintenance knowledge / experience required

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to complete work orders carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and complete required paperwork

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume

Mechanical knowledge and ability to expand knowledge and skills via on-the-job and formal training directed at increasing job-related skills as mandated by management including all required OSHA training

Basic computer skills including SAP Maintenance Module

Ability to obtain a valid forklift license

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to comply with all general safety policies and procedures in accordance with Company, Local, State, and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations

Must be able to lift ninety (90) lbs.

Responsibilities :

This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance of all refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment and assisting advanced level maintenance position in keeping all equipment and facility in good repair to ensure continuous and effective operation

Inspects air-conditioning, dehumidifiers, compressors, evaporators, safety pop-off valves, filters, and freon refrigeration units daily for proper lubrications, coolant, and oil level proper air flow and proper defrost cycles

Repairs malfunctions and does complete overhauls as needed. Maintains and checks boilers for proper operation and proper water treatment levels. Cleans evaporators and condensers to ensure free exchange of airflow and inspects REM evaporative coils daily for correct operation of fans and glycol pumps

Installs and replaces motors pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses at all refrigeration areas

Repairs and replaces improper fittings and broken refrigeration pipes and assists in the ordering of refrigeration parts and keeps all written refrigeration records up to date

Performs setup and tear down of equipment and may assist with major repairs and / or construction required to plant buildings and stationary equipment fabrication of parts and installation of new plant equipment

Performs more advanced refrigeration duties including but not limited to isolating ammonia lines and ammonia systems, replacing valves and ammonia pumps, resetting and restarting compressors, checking tension on spiral freezer belting, adding and removing modular freezer belting, calibrating temperature probes, and calibrating CO2 monitors

Maintains tools, equipment, supplies and work area to keep clean and orderly; ensures areas are returned to safe condition according to policy and procedure

Participates in and successfully completes training directed at increasing job-related trade skills as mandated by management / supervisor and participates in Hazmat specialized training and assists with Hazmat team execution.

Helps with the training of maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly serviced

Assists with fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging

Performs all duties in compliance with company policies and procedures and in a safe manner according to State, Federal, and company regulations

Responsible to conduct yourself in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct

Must follow the facility's Safe Work practices such as LOTO, Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, Fall Protection, etc.

The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required; including but not limited to bump cap, safety glasses / goggles, ear plugs, hair and beard nets, gloves and safety shoes or rubber boots

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

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