Hearthside Food Solutions

Ammonia Refrigeration Maintenance Technician I- 1st and 2nd Shift

Hearthside Food Solutions$71K — $93K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completed or pursuing a 2-year trades degree or have 4 years of plant maintenance experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English; bilingual is a plus.
  • Prior experience with welding, fabrication, and 3-phase electrical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems in a high-volume food production setting.
  • Perform maintenance on boilers, air compressors, and air handlers.
  • Service HVAC and refrigeration equipment for safety and compliance.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and refrigeration issues to reduce downtime.
  • Enforce safety procedures according to IIAR and OSHA standards.
  • Work independently and report tasks to the supervisor.
  • Monitor refrigeration system parameters and execute corrective actions as necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance from the 90th day of employment.
  • 401(k) retirement plan options available.
  • Wellness benefits included.
  • Shift differentials offered for third-shift opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systemssupporting high-volume

food production
• Perform maintenance on high-pressure boilers, air compressors, and air

handlers
• Service HVAC and refrigeration equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations
• Troubleshoot mechanical and refrigeration issues to minimize downtime
  • Follow and enforce IIAR, OSHA, and plant safety procedures
  • Be able to perform work duties while not supervised and report them to their supervisor
  • High a backround in low voltage, 480 volt electric,
  • Be able to recognize the refrigeration system is out of parameters and take corrective action to fix the issue.


Minimum Qualifications:
• Has completed or is working on a 2-year trades degree and/or 4 years of plant maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Able to read, write and speak English. Bilingual capabilities are a plus.
• Able to communicate and take direction from Sanitation Manager and communicate effectively with line workers, Leads, Supervisors and Plant Manager.
• Attention to detail.
• Legible record-keeping and data entry skills.
• Must be highly motivated, flexible and have creative problem-solving abilities.
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Welding and fabrication, full understanding of 3 Phase electrical, tree phase motor controls. Troubleshoot AC & DC drives.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
• Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
• Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• May be required to work weekend and night hours to fill in as needed.

Starting Pay: Maintenance Technician $34.45 - $45/hr. a shift differential is offered for 3rd shift opportunities. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location.

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About Hearthside Food Solutions

Hearthside Food Solutions is a leading contract manufacturer of baked goods, bars, snacks, and other food products. The company provides a range of services, including product development, packaging, and distribution, and serves customers in the retail, foodservice, and industrial markets. Hearthside Food Solutions operates more than 40 facilities across North America and Europe and has a reputation for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Learn more about Hearthside Food Solutions
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2009

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