Refrigeration Supervisor (SugarCreek)

Sugar Creek Packing Co. and Related Companies • West Chester, OH

90d

About The Position

Sugar Creek Packing Co., founded in 1966, is a flourishing privately held, family owned food company. Its commitment to making the highest-quality, best-value products has allowed Sugar Creek to grow into one of the largest independent bacon processors servicing the global market. The position involves directing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Refrigeration Department, including scheduling adequate personnel and maintenance work orders. The role requires performing routine maintenance and repairs to keep the ammonia refrigeration system and facilities operating efficiently and safely.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• 10+ years in maintenance or mechanical field; experience in food manufacturing and refrigeration systems preferred.
• Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise all Refrigeration Technicians and PSM Coordinator to ensure safe and proper maintenance procedures and practices are followed.
• Manage the schedules for all Refrigeration Department employees to ensure adequate personnel are available to address potential issues.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures at all times and ensure all Maintenance Personnel are adhering to these procedures.
• Conduct annual mechanical integrity audits, reviewing PMs and maintenance records, creating findings reports, and incorporating findings into the Process Safety Management (PSM) protocols.
• Create and manage work orders, distributing assignments to Refrigeration Technicians for necessary maintenance or repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or conducting other preventive maintenance actions.
• Repair ammonia refrigeration system, equipment or structures using various tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Conduct daily walkthroughs of the ammonia refrigeration system, control valve groups, and compressor room, assessing staffing needs and inspecting machines and equipment.
• Create preventative maintenance (PM) schedules for all machines and piping related to the ammonia refrigeration system.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine corrective actions, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Assist and prepare for EPA and OSHA audits as needed.
• Review repairs/maintenance performed by Refrigeration Technicians to ensure proper procedures are followed regarding work performance and safety.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Support all safety, food quality, and sanitation initiatives and policies.
• Follow Sugar Creek safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees