Ammonia Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Turkey Hill Dairy LLC; Searcy (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

6 paid holidays

Vacation and PTO

EAP

Educational assistance

Company bonus plan

Free ice cream and beverages

Job summary

Turkey Hill Dairy LLC in Searcy, AR seeks an Ammonia Mechanic to maintain and monitor all equipment in the ammonia system, including freezing centers and heat exchangers, following SOPs for sanitation and equipment condition.

You will manage documentation, support a cGMP-compliant preventive maintenance program, supervise on-site contractors, participate in equipment qualifications, and help ensure safety, quality, and efficient operation of frozen dessert production.

Qualifications

• Completion of two-year program from a vocation / technical school.
• Must have Ammonia Operator 1 Certification.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant or warehouse setting.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Perform duties in GMP and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor equipment for the ammonia system (freezing centers, heat exchangers) per SOPs.
• Maintain documentation for ammonia refrigeration systems (safety manuals, reports).
• Manage preventive maintenance program and on-site contractors.
• Assist with equipment design specifications and installation/operational qualifications.

Skills

Ammonia handling

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year vocational/technical program

Tools

Ammonia refrigeration systems

Job description

*This position includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus!*

The Ammonia Mechanic makes an impact by -

• Maintain and monitor all equipment associated with the ammonia system including but not limited to freezing centers and ammonia cooling heat exchangers being used in accordance to all applicable SOPs related to sanitary condition, cleanliness, and equipment condition.
• Maintain and monitor all documentation associated with the ammonia refrigeration system including but not limited to process safety manuals, annual release reporting, and Tier reports.
• Monitor facilities in environmentally conditioned areas and make required adjustments to refrigeration and air handling devices to maintain specifications for each area.
• Maintain all equipment associated with the manufacture of frozen desserts including but not limited to freezing centers, fillers, tanks, pumps agitators, conveyors, and packaging equipment in accordance to all applicable SOPs related to sanitary condition, cleanliness, and equipment condition.
• Maintain and manage all aspects of a robust cGMP compliant preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain site facilities in accordance with corporate and cGMP requirements.
• Maintain accurate site drawings as required by the quality system.
• Manage on-site contractors and vendors for facilities and maintenance functions.
• Participate in developing specifications related to new equipment design and purchase.
• Work closely with operations to develop and execute any required equipment Installation and Operational qualifications.
• Monitor and control hazardous waste streams including waste stream development and waste disposition with outside contractors.
• Develop and manage an approved budget for the maintenance area.
• Maintain the integrity of the quality system.
• Be engaged in the day-to-day running of the business by performing tasks beyond normal/baseline job responsibilities and participating in team or business improvement meetings and initiatives positioned toward improving business results.

Physical Demands -

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• The employee is required to talk and/or hear in a manufacturing setting where noise levels are high (PPE required).
• The employee is required to wear mandated PPE based on assigned job area.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk in a manufacturing environment for 8+ hours.
• The employee must be able to ascend and descend stairs, and where applicable and when necessary, to perform various job-related tasks.
• Must be able to position self to move, reach with arms/hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to perform various job-related tasks.
• The employee must be able to inspect all job-related equipment (office or floor) to ensure it is in good working condition prior to use. Must be able to use hands/fingers to handle (or feel) to operate various types of office equipment.
• Must be able to operate all job-related equipment (powered, hand or office) as required.
• Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and adjust focus.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and/or push/pull 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Our associates enjoy these awesome benefits -

• Medical, dental, vision & prescription
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match – immediately vested
• 6 paid major holidays
• Earn vacation and PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Educational assistance reimbursement
• Company bonus plan
• Free ice cream and beverages!

You could be a great fit if you have these things -

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing plant or warehouse setting
• Completion of two-year program from a vocation / technical school
• Must have Ammonia Operator 1 Certification
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must work in a team environment
• Maintain adherence to work hours scheduled specifically starting, ending, lunch and break schedules
• Perform all duties within established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations and safety guidelines
• Be accountable to the Turkey Hill Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Perform all other duties as assigned