Refrigeration Tech

Position Summary

Essential Duties, Functions, and responsibilities

Provide routine inspections of all temperature logs, ammonia detection alarms and general refrigeration operating systems. Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment. Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust. Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations with proper supervision. Observes equipment operation, notifying appropriate personnel of any malfunctions and /or safety issues/concerns. Maintain inventory control on parts and supplies for refrigeration systems. Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment and plant facilities. Supervise/direct all refrigeration contractor tasks. Adheres to all USDA and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) product standards and guidelines. Must be able to work shifts as assigned such as weekends, holidays, and overtime as scheduled. Perform all other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: This person needs to work with a sense of urgency. Ability to troubleshoot issues. Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties. Ability to complete daily tasks in a timely manner. Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States Need to be familiar in SPC, HACCP, GMP’S, SSOP’S, and USDA Familiar with ISO process and procedures. Ability to read electrical and mechanical blueprints. Must wear approved safety shoes. Ammonia refrigeration systems experience (desired)

Physical Requirements

Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling Stooping, squatting, walking, reaching, bending, twisting, lifting, and reaching (up to and including 50lbs or more) may be required in completion of job duties. Reaching overhead Reaching below knees Perform work in a refrigerated warehouse with temperatures ranging from -20 degrees Fahrenheit to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Perform work in a non-refrigerated warehouse with temperatures that range from 40 degrees Fahrenheit to 90+ degrees Fahrenheit. Incumbents may use calculators, computers, telephones, and other office equipment during normal workdays. Use repetitive motions using upper and lower extremities, mount, and dismount equipment on a continual basis. Will be subject to working on mechanical and stationary working platforms more than 40 ft. Must be willing and able to perform physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Working Conditions/Department Description: Work in damp and cold environment as needed. Work with loud and noisy machinery as needed. Work in dusty environment when using spice as needed. Work in congested areas as needed. Work outside in all types of weather.

• *This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of Butterball’s Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy. Please refer to the Drug/Alcohol Screening & Testing Policy for important information, including the obligations that Safety Sensitive employees have with respect to the lawful use of drugs and medications.**