Refrigeration Technician (Continental Shifts)

Flora Food Group•Brantford, ON

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Refrigeration B Plant Operator has the direct accountability for ensuring the maintenance of facility refrigeration equipment. They will oversee the maintenance and operations of plants utilities under the supervision of the Chief Engineer. The Operator must hold a Refrigeration B ticket in good standing with TSSA.

Requirements

Refrigeration B ticket required; must be in good standing.
2-3 years’ experience in Manufacturing environment required; Food production environment preferred.
Must be mechanically inclined, troubleshooting skills are required.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and work well within a team environment.
Must be able to work the day shift with progression to 24/7 shift days and nights; work 2 days a month on weekend.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with SOP's and GMP's is an asset.

Responsibilities

Maintain/Monitor/Check all refrigeration equipment requirements to TSSA Standards
Participate in plant equipment repairs/installations
Interface with necessary Contractual and Inspection Departments for corrective and/or legal requirements
Carry out oral/ printed work requests and apply corrective measures in a timely fashion utilizing computerized maintenance system
Maintain accurate records of safe management, operations and maintenance through compliance
Improve plant efficiency by reporting on operating conditions of equipment, determine operating window, and helping to develop and maintain a maintenance program
Troubleshoot any mechanical breakdown relating to the Utilities Department to ensure minimal loss in manufacturing of our products
Work together with all other departments to ensure a productive team environment and the continuous improvement of the plant processes
Understand all operating procedures of our facilities processing equipment and can maintain it
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by ensuring plant and powerhouse are operating in accordance with the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (T.S.S.A.)
Ensure all work performed complies with governing practices, codes and regulations
Fulfill all Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP. WHIMS, SDS requirements.