Refrigeration Tech I SS

Simmons Foods; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veteran-friendly

Job summary

Simmons Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician focused on refrigeration systems. You will repair, replace and operate critical equipment to meet production goals while coordinating with engineers and vendors on layouts and troubleshooting.

The role requires safety compliance, LEAN practices, and teamwork to sustain high standards. Experience in electrical/electronic/PLC repair and a completed Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class are essential, with preference for poultry processing

Qualifications

• Experience or vocational training in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair.
• Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class completed.
• Preference for poultry or food processing maintenance experience.
• Must meet safety/HAZMAT requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace, correct and operate refrigeration equipment to meet production needs.
• Consult with engineers and vendors; perform layout work and troubleshooting.
• Adhere to PSM policies and safety regulations; qualify for HAZMAT team.
• Collaborate with team; participate in policy, budget and goal discussions.
• Support Simmons operating systems and LEAN initiatives.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Electrical repair

Electronic repair

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Hydraulics

Education

Vocational training in electrical/electronic/PLC/mechanical repair

Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I

Job description

Assist in equipment repair and preventative maintenance procedures and the operation of the facility Refrigeration equipment where employed. Could include other process equipment assigned to the department.

Essential Position Responsibilities

Repairs, replaces, corrects and operates the refrigeration equipment as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.

Consults with engineers and vendors as needed. Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed. Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.

Meets safety requirements in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons PSM programs or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items. Must be able to qualify as a member of plant HAZMAT team.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Must be able to manually lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift. Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels.

Travel: NA

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Will use appropriate footwear, hearing protection and other protective equipment as needed or required. All PPE equipment required by HAZMAT team.

Technical Experience: Must have experience or vocational training in electrical, electronic, PLC and mechanical repair, and hydraulics. Must have completed and passed Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I class.

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization maintenance and refrigeration.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.