Refrigeration Technician - 2nd shift

Refrigeration Technician - 2nd Shift Location: Hilliard, OH 43026, USA Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family‑owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants, and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in‑store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family. Purpose Statement The Maintenance Technician’s role is to accomplish the continuous effective freezing and frozen storage of food products and ingredient materials and cooling of the physical plant buildings through the effective and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of all plant ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems and associated freezers, air conditioning, and chilled water systems. This position’s scope will include operation of the various systems, preventive maintenance, and mechanical and electrical repair. Contribute to the profit and well‑being of the Company by performing tasks in a safe, efficient, quality‑conscious, and cost‑conscious manner and by working in a cooperative manner with his/her supervisor and co‑workers. 2nd Shift: 6:00 pm – 4:00 am, Mon–Thu Responsibilities Keeping logs and other information on operating results and problems Analyzing information to determine preventive maintenance plan Troubleshooting problems to appropriate solution and physically repairing equipment Using common maintenance hand tools and specialty tools to repair and maintain equipment Inspecting equipment by sight and sound, and reading gauges and other measuring devices on a routine basis to assure optimum operating condition Reading equipment manuals, blueprints, and other sources of information to build knowledge and assure appropriate operation and repair of equipment Ordering parts and supplies to maintain or rebuild equipment Maintaining all work areas in a clean manner in line with plant requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices Applying all safe work practices and using all personal safety equipment required in performing tasks to assure safety for self and co‑workers Applying all GMP requirements, both personal hygiene and housekeeping, associated with these tasks Applying all product safety and quality requirements associated with the process at assigned positions Identifying problems associated with assigned systems on an on‑going basis through collection of data, tracking downtime, and personal inspection, and determining if solution is within training and knowledge Developing and maintaining a good working relationship with the Team Coordinator and other managers, team members, and other co‑workers; resolving problems and conflicts in an acceptable manner that shows respect for the other person(s) Cooperating and showing commitment to team goals and efforts; attending team meetings and participating in them to the best of one’s ability Following plant rules and policies and Company code of ethics in performing the job Assisting in orienting and/or training other team members on assigned tasks as requested Using electrical, pipe fitting, pneumatics, and hydraulics skills to assist or support other maintenance technicians as time allows or plant needs require Knowledge, Skills, and Experience High School or GED required Minimum 1 – 3 years of hands‑on experience maintaining an industrial ammonia refrigeration system, including vacuum systems, screw compressors, blast freezers, storage freezers, condensers, and chilled water cooling systems; experience in maintaining nitrogen flash freezers and Reco and Frigoscandia brand freezers highly desired; electrical, pipe fitting, hydraulics, and pneumatics experience desired Basic business requirements such as attendance, punctuality, good work habits, and personal hygiene; basic education in communication, reading, and arithmetic as would be learned in high school; specific technical training in the theory of ammonia refrigeration and nitrogen freezing systems, and in the mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial‑sized refrigeration systems; knowledge of microprocessors, 110, 120, 220, and 480 Volt 3‑phase AC electricity; pipe cutting, threading, fitting; conduit installation; wiring; pneumatics; hydraulics Thoroughly skilled in all aspects of the mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial food freezing systems Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at View email address on click.appcast.io if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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As a family‑owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life: Competitive compensation Paid time off Parental leave Family planning support Associate resource groups Volunteering & community impact opportunities Holiday gatherings In‑house taste tests (we are a food company after all)! Because in the company of family, all things are possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rich Products Corporation