Ammonia Refrigeration Technician I – Food Processing

Simmons Foods, Inc.; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran-friendly

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician focused on refrigeration systems. You will repair, replace and operate critical equipment to meet production goals while coordinating with engineers and vendors on layouts and troubleshooting.

The role requires safety compliance, LEAN practices, and teamwork to sustain high standards. Experience in electrical/electronic/PLC repair and a completed Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class are essential, with preference for poultry processing

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair.
• Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class completed.
• Preference for poultry or food processing maintenance experience.
• Must meet safety/HAZMAT requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace, correct and operate refrigeration equipment to meet production needs.
• Consult with engineers and vendors; perform layout work and troubleshooting.
• Adhere to PSM policies and safety regulations; qualify for HAZMAT team.
• Collaborate with team; participate in policy, budget and goal discussions.
• Support Simmons operating systems and LEAN initiatives.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Electrical repair

Electronic repair

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Hydraulics

Education

Vocational training in electrical/electronic/PLC/mechanical repair

Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I

Job description

Simmons Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician focused on refrigeration systems. You will repair, replace and operate critical equipment to meet production goals while coordinating with engineers and vendors on layouts and troubleshooting.

The role requires safety compliance, LEAN practices, and teamwork to sustain high standards. Experience in electrical/electronic/PLC repair and a completed Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class are essential, with preference for poultry processing