Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Kraft Heinz; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription Drugs

401K

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Health Reimbursement Account

Health Savings Account

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Foods Company in Mason City, IA seeks an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to operate and maintain plant utility systems, including ammonia refrigeration, boiler steam, compressed air, and wastewater treatment. The role emphasizes safe procedures, regulatory compliance, and reliable operation in a large food production facility.

Responsibilities include diagnosing issues in utility areas, replacing components with proper LOTO and PSM adherence, CMMS documentation, and supporting

Qualifications

• EPA: Type I & Type II CFC certification preferred.
• Experience operating boilers, ammonia refrigeration, and wastewater systems.
• Electrical experience at 240V and below is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine operational/mechanical failures in Utility areas (boilers, water/wastewater, ammonia and freon refrigeration, compressed air).
• Replace components in refrigeration systems following LOTO and PSM procedures.
• Assist with maintenance of all plant systems and use CMMS systems.
• Help plant maintain regulatory permits and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and safety parameters.

Skills

CFC Certification

Ammonia Operator 1

Boilers

Electrical 240V

Job description

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Mason City, Iowa

Benefits & Compensation Overview

• Relocation for qualified candidates.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription
• 401K
• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc. (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account 160 hours a year pro-rated depending on start date for first year.

Pay

$33.66 - $36.23 an hour.

Work Schedule

4 x 4 rotating day to night schedule, including weekends and holidays.

6:15am - 6:30pm, 6:15pm - 6:30am

Work 4 days, 4 days off, work 4 nights, 4 days off, repeat.

Job Overview

We're seeking a skilled Utilities Support Technician to join our team in Mason City, IA, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring the efficient operation of our production facility's utility systems. The USMT is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining all plant stationary power equipment systems, including boiler steam generation, industrial refrigeration, compressed air, vacuum, wastewater treatment, and water supply systems.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Determine operational/mechanical failures in Utility areas, including boiler operations, waste water, water systems, ammonia and freon refrigeration, and compressed air equipment
• Replace components within the refrigeration system, with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with PSM program.
• Responsible for helping with maintenance of all systems.
• Familiar with CMMS systems.
• Help plant maintain compliance with all permits.
• Responsible for maintaining all federal, state, and local regulatory compliance parameters as required. (i.e.: wastewater discharge permit, SPCC, SWPPP, air emissions, etc)

Qualifications

• Preferred: CFC Certification - Type I & Type II: (Minimum) as defined by EPA.
• Ammonia Operator 1 Certification preferred.
• Experience running boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, and/or waste water systems.
• Electrical experience, 240V and below.

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations and adjustments to individuals with disabilities to enable them to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation or adjustment, please contact us to discuss your needs. #INDMFGH

Benefits

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Benefits

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Mason City Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].