Refrigeration Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

About Amy’s

At Amy’s Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation®, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy’s, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

Shift: 3rd 

Hours: 10pm to 6:30am; may work weekends

Pay: $41.00/hr, plus $1.00/hr for 2nd shift 

Location: White City

Amy’s Perks:

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy’s products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Referral Bonuses
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Education reimbursement; scholarship Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

SUMMARY
Candidate will be required to operate and maintain industrial refrigeration equipment, computer control operations, electrical motor control maintenance, service and repair of industrial refrigeration equipment, and documentation of operating procedures. Candidate will also be required to operate and maintain the boiler, RO, fire sprinkler, air compressor and waste water systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide technical support to insure a safe and efficient operating system.
• Conduct daily observations of the ammonia and boiler systems to prevent incidents.
• Maintain a log book to record operating conditions and to detect deviations from normal.
• Change compressor oil, separators, filters.
• Clean evaporative condensers as scheduled.
• Oversee unloading of bulk ammonia into the system.
• Maintain a clean and orderly Engine Room and work environment.
• Understand and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Source vendors for technical assistance and engineering data concerning the proper operation of the ammonia system.
• Monitor new installations and equipment suppliers from a technical aspect concerning proper operations of the ammonia system.
• Participate on the Emergency Response Team.
• Understand and manage a PSM Program.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to handle multiple assignments and achieve objectives.
• Must be able to work OT based on company demands

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience

EXPERIENCE

• Candidate must have a minimum 1-3 years related experience or training of industrial refrigeration experience
• Basic understanding of steam boiler operation required
• Experience with a computer controlled Engine Room and System
• Working experience of RETA knowledge preferred
• Minimum 24 Hour Hazmat training preferred
• Experience in an industrial maintenance department preferred

SKILLS

• Respirator training
• Working knowledge of computer systems
• Must be computer literate, prefer experience in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of general industrial process and control systems
• Thorough knowledge in the areas of compressor installation fundamentals, compressor alignment, compressor service and maintenance, screw compressors, evaporative condensers, unwanted liquid slop, and troubleshooting
• Good working knowledge of a preventive maintenance program for ammonia systems
• Understanding of liquid feed to evaporators and vessels, direct expansion evaporators, gravity flooded evaporators, pumped liquid recirculation systems, heat exchangers and pressure enthalpy diagrams, two-stage systems and defrost systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and achieve objectives
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P& ID’s

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively after groups of customers or employees of organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as add, subtract, divide, multiply, figure proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.