Boiler & Refrigeration Operator 1 1st Shift

OPC Arbre Farms; Walkerville (MI); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility after 60 days

Vacation time after 90 days

Job summary

OPC Arbre Farms in Michigan is seeking a Boiler/Refrigeration Operator I for the first shift to manage IQF tunnel systems and assist in Boiler/Refrigeration maintenance. This full-time role reports to the Boiler/Refrigeration Manager and operates 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday, with Saturdays possible January–April and longer hours May–December.

The operator will ensure systems are ready for production, follow GMP and food safety policies, and use PPE as required.

Qualifications

• High Diploma/GED, Equivalent, preferred.
• Boiler & Refrigeration Experience 1-2 years preferred.
• Exemplary attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Serve the needs of customers and all stakeholders
• Adhere to all Food Safety Policies and GMP practices.
• Ensure Boiler/Refrigeration Tunnel Systems are ready for the production needs
• Keep tools and equipment in good working order and put away in the proper locations
• Use/wear all Personal Protective Equipment required by the company

Education

High Diploma/GED, Equivalent, preferred

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Boiler& Refrigeration Operator 1 1st shift

Position Reports To: Boiler/Refrigeration Manager

FLSA Status: Hourly

• This is a full-time permanent position eligible for enrollment in company benefit plans after 60 days and Vacation time after 90 days.


• 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday Saturdays possible January-April


• 7:00 am -5:00 pm Monday –Saturday May-December

Position Purpose Summary: The Boiler/Refrigeration Operator 1 is responsible for the operation of the IQF tunnel systems along with assisting in the repairs, up keep and maintenance to the Boiler/Refrigeration systems.

OPC isfamily ownedand headquartered in the beautiful Pacific Northwest of the United States. We started over 40 years ago as a small family farm and have been blessed to grow significantly with our farm fresh quality and the care we show our customers. We currently own, or control through long-term leases,over 140,000 irrigatedacres.We also now have a network of processing plants throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Michigan to bring the bounty of our farms to you.

The roots of our heritage offer us complete focus; from farming through the entire process. We are committed to innovation, quality and customer service. The OPC Family of companies is dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices throughout our farming operation, giving us the ability to give our customers“Seed to Fork”varieties of quality potato products, other vegetables and fruits.

Principal Job Responsibilities

• Serve the needs of customers and all stakeholders


• Adhere to all Food Safety Policies and GMP practices.


• Ensure Boiler/Refrigeration Tunnel Systems are ready for the production needs


• Keep tools and equipment in good working order and put away in the proper locations


• Use/wear all Personal Protective Equipment required by the company

Additional Operator 1 Requirements

• Assist in the maintenance of the tunnel systems


• Assist in the regular preventative maintenance on the Boiler/Refrigeration Systems


• Comply with company-required safety training to include but not limited to: GMP practices, Lockout/Tagout, proper lifting and other safety training.


• Assist other departments when needed


• Other duties as assigned

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exemplary attendance required

Education and Experience

• High Diploma/GED, Equivalent, preferred


• Boiler & Refrigeration Experience 1-2 years preferred

Physical Demands of the Position

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee must possess the abilitly to lift up to 50 lbs, ability to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• While performing duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to wet and slippery floors, occasionally moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work enviroment is usally moderate to loud; Variable tempatures of both heat and cold