Ammonia Refridgeration Supervisor

Ammonia Refrigeration Supervisor

The purpose of the Ammonia Refrigeration Supervisor is to maintain Ammonia equipment; repair boilers, chillers and auxiliary equipment (pumps, steam/water valves, air compressors, high ? pressure condensate, evaporators, condensers etc)

Fill in and supervise for Ammonia Manager, be able to train and develop team members in maintaining an ammonia refrigeration system. Partner with the Maintenance department team members to support all facilities maintenance.

Assist and be knowledgeable in any maintenance needs within the facility, building, grounds, facilities, material handling equipment, MHE equipment etc. Assist with cost reduction and work to be as energy efficient as possible.

Monitor load demands and adjust boilers, compressors, and pumps to maintain required steam, air, and water output. Monitor and adjust chemical feed systems for water treatment to ensure proper levels

Understand and maintain valves and equipment controls to regulate steam, water, and fuel flow, refrigeration.

Inspect boiler safety devices, chillers, and observe meters/gauges to ensure proper operation. Report and document abnormal conditions or major repairs needed to the system. Assist in corrective action, repairs on the system as needed. Ability to train others in all repairs and processes.

Assist with repairs (meters, valves, gaskets, joints) as needed. Maintain boiler/chiller/compressor room cleanliness and safety standards. Drive good practices and standards to strive towards excellence. Be familiar with root cause failure analysis in order to prevent failures, extend the life of equipment and save cost.

Assist in annual inspections and preparation. Demonstrate safe work practices and adherence to organizational safety programs, document and use software to track work, time, parts, compliance preventive, predictive maintenance for reliability of the system.

Assist and maintain all guidelines associated with Process Safety management procedures. Document all records and use the ePSM system to meet compliance requirements. Work with 3 rd party venders to support PSM.

Able and willing to do any other task for facilities, maintenance, building and grounds for BEK.

Required Qualifications

Operator 1 Ammonia Certification (minimum requirement), working towards certification for Operator 2 Ammonia Certification, RETA Certification, Hazwoper certification. Must be certified to work on and do repair service to the ammonia system.

2-5 years of real work experience as a refrigeration technician/operator

High school diploma or GED, valid certifications for position, valid driver's license.

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency in reading schematics and using software to track equipment, work, time, inspections and expense. Experience in process safety management and using software to track all Ammonia system records.

Must have Ammonia refrigeration experience, knowledge of engine & boiler systems, electricity & motor controls, pneumatics & hydraulics, mechanical systems experience with predictive/preventive maintenance, site utilities, and system troubleshooting.

Skills in pipefitting, welding, machining, or metal fabrication, electrical and controls.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

401K with matching contribution

Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Educational Assistance Program

Paid Vacation and holidays

Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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