Refrigeration Technician I

OFD Foods, LLC • Albany, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This exciting opportunity is offered by Oregon Freeze Dry, makers of Mountain House. Oregon Freeze Dry is a World Class, purpose-driven technology solutions company with six decades of freeze-drying expertise. We find inspiration in our ability to create solutions, through the science and craft of freeze drying or lyophilization, that improve the lives of individuals and communities around the globe.

Maintains plant refrigeration system performing service, repair and preventative maintenance. Maintains refrigeration system mechanical integrity, system documentation, and performs maintenance rounds. Journeyman level industrial maintenance mechanic responsibilities are in addition to refrigeration duties as available.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in ammonia refrigeration and general equipment maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience maintaining and/or repairing: Canning and packing equipment, Boilers and compressors, Hydraulic and vacuum systems
• Successful completion of a state-certified mechanical apprenticeship program (e.g., millwright)
• Current RETA (Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association) certification
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Reliable transportation for travel between company locations

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a state-certified LME apprenticeship or course
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Applied Science (A/S or B/S)

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, and performs maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Performs journeyman level industrial maintenance on packaging, processing, hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum, boiler, wastewater, and other plant support equipment as available under various environmental conditions in accordance with manufacturers' recommendation
• Communicates with external auditors and compliance personnel about FDA, EPA, ASME, OSHA issues when required and approved by management.
• Communicates with vendors and purchasing/accounting to purchase repair parts and materials necessary for projects. Writes purchasing documents and maintains a PO log.
• Ensures all cGMP refrigeration and maintenance work is performed in accordance with all applicable OFD compliance and FDA regulations.
• Fabricates and repairs cGMP equipment while always maintaining the corrosion resistance standards for stainless and aluminum pharmaceutical grade equipment. Repairs, maintenance, or troubleshooting performed under cGMP conditions will be performed while fully gowned in cGMP apparel and may also require compliance documentation, which must be completed in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree