Refrigeration Operations & Safety Manager

Nortera; Town of Oakfield (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Group Health Insurance w/HSA or FSA

Dental/Vision Insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Nortera is hiring a Refrigeration Mechanic who will lead all refrigeration and utility operations across multiple facilities. You will drive preventive maintenance programs, schedule teams, and champion safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have Ammonia I/II certification, a refrigeration accreditation, and 3–5 years of hands-on experience in industrial refrigeration. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and strong growth at Nortera.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with industrial refrigeration training.
• Ammonia I & II certification and Refrigeration Operator accreditation required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Refrigeration Mechanic with ammonia refrigeration knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and use maintenance systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, GMP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead refrigeration and utility operations, including preventive maintenance and compliance.
• Develop refrigeration team, set performance goals, oversee scheduling and training.
• Drive PSM, ammonia safety, HACCP, GMP and workplace safety initiatives.
• Oversee budgets, capital projects and continuous improvement to boost reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma + refrigeration training

Ammonia I & II certification

Refrigeration Operator accreditation

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nortera is hiring a Refrigeration Mechanic who will lead all refrigeration and utility operations across multiple facilities. You will drive preventive maintenance programs, schedule teams, and champion safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have Ammonia I/II certification, a refrigeration accreditation, and 3–5 years of hands-on experience in industrial refrigeration. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and strong growth at Nortera.