Onsite Ammonia Refrigeration Lead

Farmer Focus; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Education reimbursement

Career growth programs

Job summary

Farmer Focus is seeking a Refrigeration Supervisor for our Liberty Plant in Harrisonburg, VA. You will lead Refrigeration Technicians, oversee ammonia refrigeration systems, and ensure safe, reliable operation with strong emphasis on maintenance planning and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate daily activities, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and safety programs. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of industrial refrigeration experience, preferably ammonia refrigeration.
• Strong knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems and associated components.
• Understanding of PSM/RMP and industrial refrigeration safety requirements.
• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing industrial refrigeration equipment.
• Ability to lead and coach refrigeration personnel.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership to Refrigeration Technicians.
• Coordinate daily work assignments, PM activities, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and repair of ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
• Monitor compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Train and develop refrigeration technicians.
• Coordinate with other departments to minimize downtime.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Leadership

Troubleshooting

PSM/RMP knowledge

Safety leadership

Equipment monitoring

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years of industrial refrigeration experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Farmer Focus is seeking a Refrigeration Supervisor for our Liberty Plant in Harrisonburg, VA. You will lead Refrigeration Technicians, oversee ammonia refrigeration systems, and ensure safe, reliable operation with strong emphasis on maintenance planning and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate daily activities, mentor staff, and drive continuous improvement in equipment reliability and safety programs. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced plant environment.