Senior Manager, Critical Systems — Refrigeration (Remote)

Perdue Farms; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Farms seeks a Senior Manager, Critical Systems Engineering - Refrigeration & PSM, in a remote role with travel requirements. You will lead the Critical Systems Management Program, overseeing anhydrous ammonia refrigeration, cryogenic gases, and PSM compliance across 17 facilities.

You will partner with Safety, Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering leaders to advance safety, reliability, quality, and cost performance, coaching teams and driving standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• 8-12+ years of experience with facility utility systems, including anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems, problem solving, multi-site program or project work, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and International Institute of All‑Natural Refrigeration standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical systems safety, compliance, and reliability across Perdue’s operations.
• Provide technical leadership for the Critical Systems Management Program across 17 facilities.
• Oversee ammonia refrigeration, cryogenic gas systems, and related PSM requirements.
• Develop program standards, conduct facility audits, and partner with engineering firms and cross‑functional teams.
• Coach teams, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Stay current on regulatory requirements and industry practices and implement updates.

Skills

leadership

cross-functional collaboration

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Perdue Farms seeks a Senior Manager, Critical Systems Engineering - Refrigeration & PSM, in a remote role with travel requirements. You will lead the Critical Systems Management Program, overseeing anhydrous ammonia refrigeration, cryogenic gases, and PSM compliance across 17 facilities.

You will partner with Safety, Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering leaders to advance safety, reliability, quality, and cost performance, coaching teams and driving standards.