Boiler and Refrigeration Technician III

'' • Easton, MD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Boiler Operator operates and monitors boiler, refrigeration, and related utility systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. The role supports safe, reliable, and efficient operation of high-pressure boilers and supporting equipment that provide heat and steam for production. It helps maintain plant operations and support safety, quality, productivity, and regulatory and company requirements. The position is part of the plant Utilities and Operations team and works closely with production, maintenance, sanitation, quality, and site leadership teams to support reliable utility operations and uninterrupted manufacturing.

Requirements

• Valid State of Maine Boiler Operator’s License required prior to placement.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum three months of related industrial, boiler, utility, maintenance, or manufacturing experience and/or training.
• Ability to complete certification through the McCain Operator Training Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain McCain Forklift Certification.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation.
• Basic mathematical skills, including calculating rates, ratios, and percentages and interpreting graphs.
• Ability to learn and effectively use touch-screen control systems and Infinity Database software.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, dependability, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment and meet attendance, overtime, weekend, holiday, and business operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, start, run, and shut down high-pressure boilers and refrigeration systems supporting manufacturing operations.
• Read gauges, monitor system performance, and adjust controls to maintain required steam pressure, water levels, and operating conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections of boilers, freezer tunnels, cooling towers, and related utility equipment.
• Perform water chemical testing and assist with feed water and fuel treatment processes as required.
• Check fluid levels and lubricate equipment according to maintenance schedules.
• Monitor systems manually and through computerized operating platforms and databases.
• Perform daily sanitation and support downtime cleaning activities.
• Operate forklifts safely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow safety requirements, including PPE usage and confined space procedures, and report unsafe conditions.
• Support McCain Competitive Edge and Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP).

Benefits

• Health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Leave support, including medical, family, and bereavement leave.
• Vacation and holidays.
• Company-supported volunteering time.
• Mental health resources.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Hourly pay differential for applicable shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED