Saputo Inc (SAP)

Ammonia Technician 3rd Shift

Saputo Inc (SAP) • $80K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in mechanical or HVAC preferred.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred.
  • Familiarity with Ammonia Refrigeration Systems and PSM/RMP practices.
  • Basic Electrical knowledge including NFPA 70e requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and ammonia refrigeration systems.
  • Conduct routine inspections and document findings in logs.
  • Execute timely work orders based on assigned priority.
  • Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas, including engine rooms and storage.
  • Operate forklifts and aerial platforms, ensuring safety compliance.
  • Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and food safety regulations.
  • Report potential hazards to management and attend required training meetings.

Benefits

  • Development opportunities to enhance career fulfillment.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Paid time off to support work-life balance.
  • Generous 401(k) company match to help secure your future.
  • Opportunities to contribute to community through company initiatives.
Full Job Description

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

  • Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and services; including working with outside contractors to troubleshoot and repair ammonia refrigeration system, HVAC, water heating system, and boiler/condenser water chemical system.
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and/or annual refrigeration system, facility and building inspections along with assigned work orders.
  • Maintain refrigeration logs and records documenting time, material and parts.
  • Responsible for housekeeping of all assigned areas; including ammonia refrigeration engine room, maintenance shop area, and chemicals/parts storage area.
  • Timely work order execution based on assigned priority.
  • Operate forklifts and aerial platforms as needed; complete daily Powered Industrial Truck Inspection, ensuring safe operation and reporting any concerns to maintenance manager or shift supervisor.
  • Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Saputo's food safety, quality programs and regulatory requirements.
  • Adhere to industry practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures and other safety guidelines.
  • Promptly report all potential quality, food safety, and workplace safety hazards to management team.
  • Attend and participates in all required training, shift meetings and committees.
  • Work weekends and/or holidays based on business needs and task completion timelines.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

You Are Best Suited for The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

  • Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills.
  • Must be able to utilize manufacturer equipment manuals, troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, and read mechanical drawings.
  • Must have the ability to run various computer applications that apply to the department and business to an acceptable degree, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Products, and CMMS program, manufacturing and maintenance software.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams.
  • Must be able to successfully complete the Ammonia Operator training within 6 months of job assignment.
  • Basic Electrical knowledge to include NFPA 70e requirements.
  • Are able to meet physical demands required for the position (stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb; able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Able to work in cold environments and around moving equipment; good visual acuity with ability to distinguish colors
  • Able to operate material handling equipment; perform pump rebuilds, sensor calibrations, PM’s
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 Years associate degree in mechanical or HVAC and /or 2 or more years of relevant experience in food/dairy manufacturing preferred. 
  • Familiarity with Ammonia Refrigeration Systems, PSM, and RMP.
  • Familiarity with process instrumentation and process drawings, and PLC’s.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.
  • CARO or CIRO Certification preferred but not necessary
  • HMI/PLC troubleshooting skills

Position Abilities and Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in warehouse environment which includes but is not limited to: noise, cold temperatures, standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around material handling equipment and refrigeration system consistently throughout the shift.
  • Physical lifting up to 50-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
  • Wearing personal protective equipment and following all established procedures.
  • Good visual acuity with the ability to distinguish colors. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Fine manipulation and hand dexterity, including ability to grip and squeeze; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms

We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With…

  • Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment.
  • Meaningful compensation and benefits that help you care for your family.
  • Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

Join our team and enjoy:

  • Competitive wages including:
    • Pay $38.85 per hour (based on skill level)
    • Additional shift differential opportunity
    • Hourly bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package including:
    • Medical, Vision, RX
    • Dental
    • Paid time off
    • Generous 401(k) Company Match

Great Pay. Great Benefits. Great Future

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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About Saputo Inc (SAP)

Saputo Inc. is a Canadian dairy company that produces and sells a variety of dairy products, including cheese, milk, and cream. The company operates in Canada, the United States, and several other countries around the world. Saputo's products are sold under a variety of brand names, including Saputo, Armstrong, and Frigo. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Saint-Léonard, Quebec. Saputo is one of the largest dairy companies in the world, with annual revenues of over CAD 14 billion.
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Size
17,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1954

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