Maintenance Supervisor - Ammonia Refrigeration

Prestage Farms; St. Pauls (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestage Farms in St. Pauls, NC is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor (Ammonia Refrigeration) to oversee and direct daily operations of ammonia refrigeration systems. This position involves leadership over a team and requires compliance with all relevant regulations.

Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience in an industrial setting and expertise in ammonia refrigeration. Prestage Farms offers competitive salaries and benefits for those who go the extra mile.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in an industrial setting.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems & regulatory compliance.
• Self-directed team player; able to work effectively in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee daily ammonia refrigeration operations.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal refrigeration regulations.
• Collaborate with vendors to manage inventory for refrigeration systems.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Ammonia refrigeration

Education

GED (Min.)

Refrigeration coursework/certification

Job description

Position

Maintenance Supervisor (Ammonia Refrigeration)

Type

Salary

Reports to

Maintenance Manager

Education

• GED (Min.) (required); Associates degree (preferred / not required)
• Refrigeration coursework / certification / formal training (preferred)

Experience

• Min. of 3 years work experience in refrigeration equipment & systems OR related field
• Min. 2 years' maintenance leadership experience / training (required)

General

The ammonia refrigeration maintenance supervisor directs, oversees, and drives the day‑to‑day repairs, troubleshooting, and PM activities of the plant's ammonia refrigeration system. This working supervisor oversees and actively participates in the work of 10‑12 ammonia refrigeration techs (direct reports). The role partners with process maintenance, production, & quality to ensure 24/7 ammonia refrigeration systems meet the needs of site operations. The position reports to the Maintenance Manager and primarily works M‑F schedule, with flexibility to cover early/late shift, short‑notice overtime, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Specific Duties / Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee daily ammonia refrigeration operations
• Ensure compliance with state and federal refrigeration regulations and codes
• Promote the team's safety‑first mindset and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Apply refrigeration knowledge to install & start‑up refrigeration equipment per specifications
• Guide and support team; coordinate resources in troubleshooting repairs and preventative maintenance (PMs) for ammonia refrigeration system
• Keep team focused on priorities; assist with refrigeration system operation and ensure team shares knowledge and cross‑trains
• Collaborate with vendors and parts room team to manage inventory / supplies for refrigeration systems
• Exhibit knowledge and perform work related to Process Safety management (PSM), Frick computer and ice making systems
• Utilize / train team members on the work order system, logs and documentation to track PMs, repairs and PSM tasks
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Requirements (Skills / Abilities / Attributes)

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in an industrial setting
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems & regulatory compliance
• Proven leadership and problem‑solving abilities to positively influence team performance
• Self‑directed team player; able to work effectively in fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with various levels
• Flexible to work varying schedules, including rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Work safely in varying conditions – hot, cold, wet; e.g., 35‑40 / 100 degrees
• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs
• Stand, squat, climb, regular basis, up to 12 hrs./shift
• Able to work in confined spaces when necessary and perform routine elevated work

Benefits

Prestage Foods of NC is a family‑owned turkey processing plant located in St. Pauls, NC. Our mission is to produce quality food at a competitive price. We are looking for individuals who go the extra mile and will be a great addition to our team. We offer a competitive salary and great benefits.