Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking an ammonia refrigeration technician to ensure the safe and efficient operation of refrigeration systems. The role involves monitoring system performance, performing maintenance, and adhering to safety protocols. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, R.E.T.A. certification, and strong troubleshooting skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vital area of operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in an industrial environment.
• Must have or be able to obtain R.E.T.A. Certification.
• Strong skills in Process Safety Management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Complete documentation of maintenance records.

Skills

Process Safety Management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

R.E.T.A. Certification

3-5 years experience as Refrigeration Technician

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Basic hand and power tools

Windows based software (Excel, Word)

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the ammonia refrigeration technician monitors the refrigeration system. Monitors and records system readings by documenting the operation of the equipment. Performs PMs and ensures the system is performing in a safe and functional manner at all times. Including monitoring and maintaining the ammonia system, refrigeration systems, electrical, boiler and compressor rooms in good repair.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•Repairs and maintains water, hydraulic, ammonia and nitrogen leaks throughout the plant, including freezers.

•Must be able to safely open system for repairs when required while maintaining minimal losses of refrigerant.

•Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems.

•Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records.

•Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.

•Is engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment.

•Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.

•Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.

•Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor.

•Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

•Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

•Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

•Follow all required work safe practices, including lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

•Perform all other work as assigned.

Position Qualifications

•3-5+ years' experience as a Refrigeration Technician in an industrial environment.

•Must have or be able to obtain a R.E.T.A. Certification.

•Strong skills in "Process Safety Management"

•Proficient in troubleshooting & repair of solid state motor starting components & Micro panels such as: Logix, Quantum, FES or others, including skills with automation controls

•Must have a working knowledge of Windows based software, such as Microsoft Excel and Word, and computerized maintenance management system.

•Electrical skills including 480/230 v 3ph. & 120 v systems & under

•Root cause & troubleshooting skills are a must.

•Must have working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and basic hand and power tools.

Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills

•Knowledge of EPA regulations

•Solid communication skills

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the ammonia refrigeration technician monitors the refrigeration system. Monitors and records system readings by documenting the operation of the equipment. Performs PMs and ensures the system is performing in a safe and functional manner at all times. Including monitoring and maintaining the ammonia system, refrigeration systems, electrical, boiler and compressor rooms in good repair.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•Repairs and maintains water, hydraulic, ammonia and nitrogen leaks throughout the plant, including freezers.

•Must be able to safely open system for repairs when required while maintaining minimal losses of refrigerant.

•Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems.

•Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records.

•Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.

•Is engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment.

•Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.

•Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's.

•Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor.

•Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

•Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.

•Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.

•Follow all required work safe practices, including lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.

•Perform all other work as assigned.

Position Qualifications

•3-5+ years' experience as a Refrigeration Technician in an industrial environment.

•Must have or be able to obtain a R.E.T.A. Certification.

•Strong skills in "Process Safety Management"

•Proficient in troubleshooting & repair of solid state motor starting components & Micro panels such as: Logix, Quantum, FES or others, including skills with automation controls

•Must have a working knowledge of Windows based software, such as Microsoft Excel and Word, and computerized maintenance management system.

•Electrical skills including 480/230 v 3ph. & 120 v systems & under

•Root cause & troubleshooting skills are a must.

•Must have working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and basic hand and power tools.

Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills

•Knowledge of EPA regulations

•Solid communication skills