Refrigeration Manager

Nortera; Bergen; Presencial; NOK 977 517 - 1 124 144; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Annual bonus program

Group Health Insurance with HSA or FSA

Dental/Vision Insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Nortera is seeking a Refrigeration Mechanic to lead refrigeration and utility operations across multiple facilities. The role demands strong leadership, technical expertise in ammonia systems, and a commitment to safety and compliance.

You will supervise a refrigeration team, oversee maintenance, and contribute to process improvements while ensuring production efficiency and food-safety standards. This position is based in Bergen, Norway, with a focus on on-site operations.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; industrial refrigeration training preferred.
• Ammonia I & II certification and Refrigeration Operator accreditation required.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Lead refrigeration and utility operations, including preventive maintenance and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and lead refrigeration team members; manage scheduling and training.
• Drive safety initiatives (PSM, HACCP, GMP) and maintain a culture of zero incidents.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team management

Formação académica

High school diploma; industrial refrigeration training

Ferramentas

Maintenance systems

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together! As North America’s leader in ready‑to‑cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well‑being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brand Arctic Gardens.

Why Choose Nortera

• Competitive salary and annual bonus program
• Group Health Insurance program with HSA or FSA
• Dental/Vision Insurance and several supplemental insurance options
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity
• Referral program
• An environment that fosters learning and professional development; opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

Your Daily Role

• Lead all refrigeration and utility operations, including preventive maintenance programs, equipment reliability, contractor coordination, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage and develop refrigeration team members, establish performance goals, oversee scheduling, provide technical training, and support refrigeration operations across multiple facilities.
• Drive Process Safety Management (PSM), ammonia refrigeration safety, HACCP, GMP, and workplace safety initiatives while fostering a culture of zero incidents and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee departmental budgets, capital improvement projects, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance, production efficiency, food safety, and operational reliability.

What qualifications and skills do I need to be successful?

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with industrial technical training in refrigeration, utilities, maintenance, or a related field; Ammonia I & II certification and Refrigeration Operator accreditation required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Refrigeration Mechanic with strong knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, compressors, condensers, pumps, controls, freezer tunnels, and related mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem‑solving, and team management skills, with the ability to prioritize work, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, GMP, and food safety standards.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics, using maintenance and inventory management systems, Microsoft Office, and working safely in industrial environments, including confined spaces, varying temperatures, and lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed.

Pay Range: $100,000 to $115,000

We’re looking for people like you!

Come grow with Nortera!

Nortera believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Nortera is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job‑related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585‑434‑0399.