Ammonia Refrigeration Technician III - 1st Shift (Relocation)

Refrigeration Maintenance Technician

When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

The Refrigeration Maintenance Technician will monitor, maintain, and repair ammonia refrigeration equipment in accordance with Smithfield guidelines outlined in the PSM Program.

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

• Ensures the safe operation of equipment and machinery, safe use of tools, and safety of others working in the immediate area.
• Operates, repairs, and maintains all assigned equipment, including all ammonia equipment, compressed air, dehumidification equipment, steam, cooling systems, air and water filters, plumbing, heat exchangers, water treatment, heaters, level controls, and water systems.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, electrical controls, electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, blowers/fans.
• Resolves equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying root cause, safely repairing the equipment, and taking actions to prevent recurring failures.
• Responsibilities include installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining mechanical equipment, piping systems, and electrical controls/components in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, local regulations, and Smithfield safety policies.
• Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, Wrap Machines, Dock Doors, Dock Locks, and Dock Levelers, used in a warehouse environment.
• Coordinates with supervisor regarding all short-term repairs and long-term repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed.
• When responding to crisis calls will always arrive at the scene with the basic tools and equipment necessary to perform work.
• Ensure all assigned work and preventative maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Follow all work instructions and document all appropriate records to meet requirements set forth by OSHA, EPA, USDA, PSM, IIAR, and Warehouse management.
• All other duties as assigned.

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 to perform the essential functions.

• Ammonia certification, required
• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and wear respiratory protection.
• Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems as they pertain to the preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years' direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma, or associate's degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school, a plus.
• Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift, or scissor lift.
• Can understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write the following: work orders, instructions, daily reports, and machine manuals.
• Ability to receive and relate orders/information using various communication devices.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The Warehouse environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices
• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.