Refrigeration Manager

Maintenance Live Oak, Florida


Description

Position at Pilgrim's

REFRIGERATION MANAGER  
  
This position manages and coordinates the activities of the Refrigeration and Boiler Departments. 
  
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 
  
• Schedules powerhouse and refrigeration personnel to maintain the department for optimal facility operation. 
• Prepares and supervises preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to maintain all systems under the powerhouse and ammonia refrigeration departments. 
• Reviews utilities reports. 
• Addresses issues that arise which could adversely impact the operational performance of the facility. 
 Insures that all OSHA, PSM standards are maintained in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Trains personnel in proper operation of equipment and works toward RETA certification for all reports. 
• Manages and maintains the maintenance budget for refrigeration. 
• Ensures all systems are operated in compliance with OSHA, ASHRAE, and PSM policies and procedures. 
• Schedules work crews for 24 hour coverage. 
• Oversees all projects related to the plant ammonia system. 
  
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  
Minimum of technical school training or high school with comparable experience. BS/BA Degree in Applied Sciences such as Poultry Science, Animal Science or Biology preferred. 
  
BASIC SKILLS: 
• Prefer a minimum of 5 - 10 years in ammonia refrigeration experience. 
• RETA certification a plus.  
• Must have demonstrated ability to train and supervise subordinates.  
• Must be able to work well with management personnel.  
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). SAP experience preferred. 
• Ability to work all days/shifts as needed. 
  
EOE/Vet/Disabled