Refrigeration Technician / Ammonia Operator 2nd SHIFT

Peco Foods•West Point, MS

23d

About The Position

Fulfilling all duties as necessary, described within the Refrigeration Operator job description, & abiding by all the requirements. Follow all Company policies & procedures such as GMPs, Food Safety, PSM/RMP, Lockout Tagout, Confined Space, etc. Check ammonia valves of the manufacturing plant, outside, condenser, & exhaust fans. Execute complex repairs & major overhauls to system components & associated equipment, utilizing original equipment manufacturer’s recommendations & specifications and/or other recognized & generally accepted good engineering practices. Understand complex electrical schematics, PLC control functions, & Electrical Distributions systems & the ability to troubleshoot root causes & determine proper repairs. Perform charging, evacuation, & pressure testing of system vessels & components during projects & Line Equipment procedures in accordance with established policies & industry standards. Perform installations & replacements of refrigeration system components & associated equipment, within the guidelines set forth by the management of change procedure. Analyze system data & trending values to determine the need for increased maintenance frequencies or improved maintenance procedures & safe work practices. Assist department management in the supervision & documentation of contractor activity & performance on or around the process equipment. Participate as a trained team member for chemical releases or spills as required. Assist in the operation, maintenance, & continuous improvement of other utility systems. Identify & report any suspicious or abnormal situation to the manager. Abnormal situations would be: Product tampering Willful product adulteration Unauthorized employees in restricted areas Situation where a belief that product adulteration may be occurring Equipment malfunction that may put product wholesomeness at stake Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

2 years of verifiable Ammonia Refrigeration experience preferred.
Experience with operation & maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems in excess of 10,000 pounds of ammonia.
Knows machines & tools, including their designs, uses, repair, & maintenance.
Possesses the skills needed to repair, maintain, & troubleshoot machinery.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Able to use critical thinking to identify strengths & weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
Must be able to stand & walk for long periods of time.
Standing/walking 100% of the workday.
Lifting various weights on an as needed basis.
Must be able to bend, stoop, & climb steps.
Able to work at heights & in dangerous places where balance is poor, specifically on a roof.
Working in an organic environment with various temperatures.
Able to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
Medical evaluation, physical examination & pulmonary testing for Hazmat purposes (required for pre-employment & annually thereafter).

Nice To Haves

RETA based Industrial Ammonia Operator training program preferred.
Hazmat training preferred.

Responsibilities

Fulfilling all duties as necessary, described within the Refrigeration Operator job description, & abiding by all the requirements.
Follow all Company policies & procedures such as GMPs, Food Safety, PSM/RMP, Lockout Tagout, Confined Space, etc.
Check ammonia valves of the manufacturing plant, outside, condenser, & exhaust fans.
Execute complex repairs & major overhauls to system components & associated equipment, utilizing original equipment manufacturer’s recommendations & specifications and/or other recognized & generally accepted good engineering practices.
Understand complex electrical schematics, PLC control functions, & Electrical Distributions systems & the ability to troubleshoot root causes & determine proper repairs.
Perform charging, evacuation, & pressure testing of system vessels & components during projects & Line Equipment procedures in accordance with established policies & industry standards.
Perform installations & replacements of refrigeration system components & associated equipment, within the guidelines set forth by the management of change procedure.
Analyze system data & trending values to determine the need for increased maintenance frequencies or improved maintenance procedures & safe work practices.
Assist department management in the supervision & documentation of contractor activity & performance on or around the process equipment.
Participate as a trained team member for chemical releases or spills as required.
Assist in the operation, maintenance, & continuous improvement of other utility systems.
Identify & report any suspicious or abnormal situation to the manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.