Refrigeration Supervisor

AgHires; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Bowling Green, KY seeks a Refrigeration Supervisor to maintain boilers, air systems, and ammonia refrigeration equipment while upholding food safety and USDA standards.

The role includes supervising daily rounds, ensuring PSM compliance, and coordinating maintenance with planners. Requires 3 years in refrigeration, ammonia certification, Hazmat training, and US residency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; post-secondary preferred.
• 3 years refrigeration mechanic experience; Ammonia Certified; Hazmat 24hr training.
• Hazardous materials handling and OSHA/EPA knowledge.
• Experience with two-stage anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and compressors.
• Strong communication skills; able to work in a team.
• Must reside in the United States; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the Roundsman crew on a daily basis.
• Maintain plant safety policies, food safety programs and PSM alignment.
• Maintain high levels of labor efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage refrigeration systems of carcass coolers and related assets.
• Prioritize and schedule Roundsman work with maintenance planners.
• Renew equipment licenses and operating certificates annually.
• Participate in HACCP and USDA-related activities.
• Ensure repairs meet food safety guidelines.
• Assist PSM and refrigeration programs as needed.

Skills

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Food safety

Incident command

Ammonia systems

Education

High School diploma

Post-secondary preferred

Tools

Windows software

Job description

Job Details:

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact?Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as aRefrigeration Supervisor!

SUMMARY: This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit. The Refrigeration Supervisor will be responsible for maintaining the boilers, air compressors, flotation, main lift stations, hot water systems and refrigeration equipment, assets, processes and areas as required eliminating downtime unsafe conditions USDA issues and Food Safety concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and manage the Roundsman crew on a daily basis.
• Ensure strict adherence to plant safety policies, procedures, and food safety programs to maintain the Process Safety Management (PSM) program for the plant, in alignment with Tyson corporate standards.
• Maintain high levels of labor efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage and maintain the refrigeration systems of the carcass coolers, understanding the significance of carcass condition and temperature in relation to shrink quality, yields, ergonomics, work compensation, and plant profitability.
• Prioritize and schedule Roundsman crew work in collaboration with maintenance planners.
• Verify the renewal of all equipment licenses annually and ensure current operating certificates.
• Actively participate in plant maintenance activities, HACCP, and USDA-related issues.
• Ensure that all repairs are completed within food safety guidelines.
• Assist TCCS with their PSM and refrigeration programs as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent preferred; prefer post-high school education. May include but not limited to special training certification programs vocational school military training and or college classes.
• Experience: 3 years experience as a refrigeration mechanic, Operator 1 ammonia Certified, Hazmat 24hr training, Incident command, Process safety management experience, Planner 201 Training, Hazwoper experience. Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations, Knowledge for the operation and repair of two stage anhydrous ammonia refrigeration system, screw compressor and booster, reciprocating compressor, rotary booster, evaporative condensers, ammonia pumps and controls.
• Computer Skills: Must be competent in Windows bases software; will be expected to correspond via e-mails enter data into document templates or creating simple queries.
• Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in all areas of communication: verbal written and reading.
• Travel: 1 to 5 trips per year includes training and seminars
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for managing a group of hourly team members who will perform the necessary work to maintain the engine room boilers and refrigeration system.
• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.