Refrigeration Mechanic III - 3rd Shift

Schwan's Company • Florence, KY

104d

About The Position

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement! 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 Prima™ 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!

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year degree in specialized maintenance trade preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge/education 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 and perform all duties of Refrigeration Mechanic II.
• Advanced Electrical and Maintenance knowledge required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete work orders and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Mechanical knowledge and ability to expand knowledge and skills via on-the-job and formal 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 OSHA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance repair and preventative maintenance of all refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
• Inspects air-conditioning, dehumidifiers, compressors, evaporators, safety pop-off valves, filters, and freon refrigeration units daily for proper lubrications, coolant, and oil.
• 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.
• Responsible for the ordering of refrigeration parts and making sure all written refrigeration records are kept up to date.
• Performs more advanced refrigeration duties including troubleshooting an ammonia compressor and using plant leak detection methods on ammonia systems.
• Performs setup and tear down of equipment and performs major repairs and/or construction required to plant buildings and stationary equipment.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and supplies to maintain an orderly work area according to policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participates in and successfully completes training directed at increasing job-related trade skills.
• Participates in Hazmat specialized training and assists with Hazmat team execution.
• Responsible for training maintenance employees in keeping all equipment in good repair and regularly serviced.
• Performs fabrication of equipment used for processing and packaging.
• Ensures all areas are returned to a clean, neat, orderly, and safe condition according to policy and procedure.

Benefits

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year.
• 401k with Company Match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED