Industrial HVAC Technician - Food Plant

Russell Stover Chocolates; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GMP training

Climate-controlled environment

Safe food handling culture

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates in the United States is seeking an HVAC Technician to oversee heating, cooling, and ammonia systems and to support the PSM program within the Engineering and Maintenance Department. You’ll help maintain safe, compliant facilities and contribute to efficient production.

The role emphasizes following GMP, FSQA training, and continuous improvement, while performing routine maintenance on production and facility systems in a chocolate manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to comprehend technical manuals and safety regulations.
• Experience safely using hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to work at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HVAC, ammonia, and related equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow GMP and FSQA training to ensure food safety.
• Support PSM program within Engineering and Maintenance.
• Apply 5S principles and root-cause analysis for continuous improvement.
• Report hazards and deviations to supervision and take appropriate action.

Skills

Math skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Tools use

Lifting ability

Computer literacy

Manual reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates in the United States is seeking an HVAC Technician to oversee heating, cooling, and ammonia systems and to support the PSM program within the Engineering and Maintenance Department. You’ll help maintain safe, compliant facilities and contribute to efficient production.

The role emphasizes following GMP, FSQA training, and continuous improvement, while performing routine maintenance on production and facility systems in a chocolate manufacturing environment.