Refrigeration Manager

Nortera

$100K — $115K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent with industrial technical training in refrigeration, utilities, maintenance, or a related field.
  • Ammonia I & II certification and Refrigeration Operator accreditation required.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a Refrigeration Mechanic with expertise in ammonia refrigeration systems.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and team management skills.
  • Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics and using maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all refrigeration and utility operations, including preventive maintenance and contractor coordination.
  • Manage and develop refrigeration team members, establishing performance goals and overseeing scheduling.
  • Drive Process Safety Management (PSM) and ammonia refrigeration safety initiatives.
  • Oversee departmental budgets and capital improvement projects.
  • Enhance equipment performance, production efficiency, and operational reliability.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.
  • Supportive, safety-focused work environment with a commitment to zero incidents.
  • Collaboration across multiple facilities to foster teamwork and knowledge sharing.
Full Job Description
Your Daily Role:

  • Lead all refrigeration and utility operations, including preventive maintenance programs, equipment reliability, contractor coordination, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Manage and develop refrigeration team members, establish performance goals, oversee scheduling, provide technical training, and support refrigeration operations across multiple facilities.
  • Drive Process Safety Management (PSM), ammonia refrigeration safety, HACCP, GMP, and workplace safety initiatives while fostering a culture of zero incidents and regulatory compliance.
  • Oversee departmental budgets, capital improvement projects, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment performance, production efficiency, food safety, and operational reliability..


What qualifications and skills do I need to be successful?

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, with industrial technical training in refrigeration, utilities, maintenance, or a related field; Ammonia I & II certification and Refrigeration Operator accreditation required.
  • 3-5 years of experience as a Refrigeration Mechanic with strong knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, compressors, condensers, pumps, controls, freezer tunnels, and related mechanical and electrical equipment.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and team management skills, with the ability to prioritize work, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, GMP, and food safety standards.
  • Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics, using maintenance and inventory management systems, Microsoft Office, and working safely in industrial environments, including confined spaces, varying temperatures, and lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed.


Pay Range: $100,000 to $115,000

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