Team Leader - Industrial Refrigeration

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC in; Holton (KS); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsonville Sausage, LLC in Holton, KS is seeking a Team Leader for Industrial Refrigeration (Finance) to oversee refrigeration, HVAC, and related utility systems. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and mentoring staff at the Holton plant.

The role requires a strong background in industrial refrigeration, PSM compliance, and hands-on leadership. Overtime may be required to meet production demands; work is based at the plant site.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of refrigeration school and RETA certification.
• Requires PSM training in ammonia systems.
• Technical training in refrigeration or related utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate Plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Hot Water Generation and utility systems.
• Ensure preventative maintenance and repair of plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical issues across systems.
• Drive Plan PSM program and compliance.
• Maintain HAZMAT program and equipment.
• Mentor colleagues in Refrigeration/HVAC basics and safety.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Plumbing

PLC experience

Blueprints & Schematics

SAP

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Teamwork & Communication

Education

Class I/II Industrial Refrigeration School with RETA Certification

Industrial Ammonia PSM course & Certification

Technical Training in Refrigeration/Utilities

Tools

SAP

Excel

Access

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Team Leader - Industrial Refrigeration (Finance)

Position Overview

Pay Range: $38.68/hr - $46.38/hr

Hours: 6:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday (Overtime as production demands).

This position ensures the proper maintenance and operational status of all plant Refrigeration, Hot water generation, and additional associated utility systems and equipment in the Holton, KS facility. Affected equipment includes the plant Refrigeration System, Direct fire water heater, HVAC systems, plant water distribution system, CO2, Fire Suppression, and support systems that are utilized by the plant.

Responsibilities

• Operation of all Plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Hot Water Generation, and Utility systems.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance and repair of all plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Boiler and Utility equipment are completed.
• Support troubleshooting electrical or mechanical problems on all plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Direct Fire Water heater, and utility equipment.
• Drive Plan PSM program and compliance.
• Assist in maintaining the plants HAZMAT program and equipment.
• Train / Assist other members on Refrigeration / HVAC basics, acting as mentor for the development of Qualified Refrigeration Technicians.
• Mentor others in the Safe Operating Practices and repairs to facility systems.
• Partner with Planner and Parts clerk to ensure proper spare parts inventory and PM packages.
• Cover areas of the plant as assigned by the Department Coach.
• Maintain regulatory compliance on associated systems - Wastewater, PSM, Fire Supression.
• Support Wastewater operations

Education

• Completion of Class I and Class II Industrial Refrigeration School with RETA Certification.
• Completion of an Industrial Ammonia PSM course and Certification.
• Technical Training in relevant area required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the Industrial Refrigeration and Boiler field with solid skills in electrical, mechanical and plumbing
• PLC experience preferred
• Experienced in reading Blueprints and Schematics.

Skills

• Ability to understand P&ID's and assist with system designs
• Understanding of PSM regarding Compliance Guidelines and Requirements
• Assist with system Projects and related maintenance
• Must become a Member of the Emergency Response Team and be able to pass a Respirator Fit Test and Physical
• Computer skills in Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and SAP
• Candidate should be teamwork oriented with good communication skills

Physical Demands

• Able to work on rough terrain in all weather conditions
• Lift 70lbs unassisted
• Full range of body motion required: standing, kneeling and upper body twisting.

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical and background check
• Must be properly groomed / shaved and able to wear a Respirator as required.
• Willing to travel off-site for additional training and certification as required
• Work is performed in all weather conditions outside, inside is refrigerated (35 degrees), plant environment with animal's present, subject to heights.

Benefits and Compensation

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

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The Johnsonville Way

Our culture, called the Johnsonville Way, guides the way we behave, operate and treat one another. We truly believe that here at Johnsonville, we have a moral responsibility to create and maintain an environment that requires each Member to fully develop their God-given talents and help others to do the same. We achieve this by living the Johnsonville Way.

Our owner is famous for saying that, "Other companies use their people to build a business, but at Johnsonville, we use the business to build our people." We are proud to offer endless opportunities for continued learning and growth here at Johnsonville.

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