Ammonia (NH3) Refrigeration Mechanic - All Plants

$3,500 SIGN ON BONUS!

Openings at: Huntington, IN, Burlington, WI & Franksville, WI

Echo Lake Foods is a leading manufacturer of ready-to-eat egg products and breakfast foods, including waffles, pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, omelets, and egg patties, serving major retail, foodservice, and national restaurant customers across the United States. Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Burlington, Wisconsin, the company operates multiple production facilities throughout the Midwest and has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer partnerships.

In 2025, Echo Lake Foods was acquired by Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States, marking an exciting new chapter of growth. This partnership strengthens our resources, expands our capabilities, and supports continued investment in our people, facilities, and products. Creating new opportunities for employees to grow their careers within a stable and expanding organization.

We are seeking skilled NH3 Refrigeration Mechanics to help keep our operations running safely and efficiently. The Ammonia (NH3) Refrigeration Mechanic ensures the safe and efficient operation of Echo Lake Foods' industrial ammonia refrigeration and utility systems. This role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in compliance with IIAR standards, PSM/RMP programs, and company safety policies. Ideal candidates bring solid technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and experience in food or industrial manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with PSM/RMP requirements and IIAR standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues and respond promptly to alarms or system failures.
• Conduct daily system inspections and maintain required operational and compliance documentation.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) compliance, including audits and safety training.
• Assist with plant utility systems such as boilers, air compressors, HVAC, and water systems.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to ensure system reliability and operational efficiency.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and chemical handling requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3+ years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience.
• Strong knowledge of PSM/RMP regulations, IIAR standards, and industrial refrigeration best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and use of CMMS systems.

Preferred

• Technical or vocational training related to industrial refrigeration or maintenance.
• RETA CIRO or CARO certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in cold, wet, refrigerated, or confined environments within a food manufacturing facility.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators, chemical protection, and safety equipment.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations, including after-hours call-ins if required.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus! (Ask a recruiter how you may qualify)
• Free Uniforms
• Tool Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Free Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Company contributes 3% of your base pay in company Stock - regardless of your contribution

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.