Job Title: Refrigeration Technician
Location: Elkhart, IN
Our Company, Your Opportunity:
JBS Prepared Foods USA is a company with an 80-year history of providing high quality, great tasting sliced meats, bacon, ham and ribs. JBS is the world’s leading provider of beef, chicken and pork, with a vision of building the company into a leader in Protein Centric Prepared Foods. This is a unique opportunity to be in a startup environment, with the backing of a Global CPG Powerhouse.
Our Mission:
To be THE BEST in all we do. We are completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.
Values:
Scope of Position:
The Refrigeration Technician is responsible for maintaining all aspects of the ammonia refrigeration system, boiler, booster water, waste water/sewer, compressed air, fire suppression, HVAC and building maintenance tasks as needed. They are also responsible for preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on all equipment as needed.
Responsibilities:
Maintain and complete work orders and preventive maintenance paperwork in a timely mannerMaintain a log book of all breakdowns and corrective actions takenComplete daily rounds on all equipment; this includes weekends and holidays, 365 days a yearSchedule shutdowns of equipment and machinery for repairs and maintenance without disrupting productionTroubleshoot equipment mechanically and electrically for any issuesUtilize time effectively to best minimize equipment downtime and repairsBe safety-minded and follow lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures for all equipment that is being worked onBe a team player and not afraid to ask for guidance or help when needed Be on call when needed and able to work alone if the situation calls for itReceive and follow training on LOTO, fall protection, confined space, hot work, and any other training deemed necessary to perform the job safely and effectivelyOrder materials and parts as needed for stock or repairs of equipmentMaintain clean mechanical rooms at all times with no exceptions Work with several outside vendors and technicians in a professional mannerAssist maintenance technicians with mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as needed or as directed by maintenance leadershipOther duties as assigned
Qualifications:
At least two years in a refrigeration or boiler room preferred.Operator 1 and Operator 2 preferred.Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance and electrical functionsAble to learn and follow directions from management and team leadersAble to follow and implement safety rulesAble to read and write in EnglishProficient with time and prioritizing workAble to use a computer for the functions of the engine room and emailAble to be SCBA certified for Haz-Mat
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 poundsAbility to work 12 hour shifts is requiredPlant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold (non-weather related), and working near moving mechanical partsNoise level in the work areas can be loud, especially in the ammonia compressor roomWill be regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditionsWill be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processesAble to climb ladders and stairs regularlyAble to climb under and over piping and equipment as needed
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers. We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS Prepared Foods USA is an equal opportunity employer.
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