Refrigeration Operator ($41/hr)

Sofina Foods, Inc.

$85K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer / Refrigeration B Operator certification mandatory.
  • Minimum of 6,000 hours working in a relevant mechanical role.
  • Proficiency with all mechanical hand tools and power tools.
  • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints essential.
  • Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) for inventory management.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with TSSA regulations.
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance on various systems including HVAC and refrigeration.
  • Install mechanical systems and assist Industrial Mechanic Millwrights as needed.
  • Calibrate heating/cooling systems and make adjustments to optimize performance.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues.
  • Monitor flow rates and temperatures, ensuring they meet cold chain requirements.
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) during all maintenance tasks.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 6 months.
  • Pension plan available.
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
Full Job Description
Role Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Engineer - Maintenance, this individual will perform regular inspections and repair / replace and maintain work when necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on mechanical plant equipment on shift.
  • This position is currently an active vacancy.

Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Hourly Rate: $41.00

Shifts Available: Rotating Shifts and Weeks

2/2/3 schedule with rotating days and nights at 12 hours a day (one week would be 48 hours and the next week would be 36 hours)

Location:

Burlington Facility - Pork Processing Plant
821 Appleby Line
Burlington, Ontario
L7L 4W9

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensures compliance with TSSA regulations.
  • Performs routine equipment maintenance, clean/lubricate boilers, refrigeration, HVAC, fuel, water treatment, compressed air systems, auxiliaries and distribution systems, housekeeping throughout plant.
  • Installs mechanical systems throughout the plant and assists Industrial Mechanic Millwrights.
  • Checks and Adjusts (calibrates) heating/cooling systems, brine chiller, humidification, air handling equipment, Kemco hot water system, repair high pressure hoses and pumps, scald and de-hair tanks systems after installation and makes necessary changes, adjustments and modifications to obtain desired results
  • Maintains repairs, troubleshoots electrical problem, routine preventive maintenance, install and repair water/drainage piping, compressed air piping repairs, ammonia piping system repairs.
  • Checks and tests for leaks, sets and adjusts controls and regulators and checks operating adjustments as required.
  • Checks and replaces mechanical components and controls.
  • Monitor and records flow rates, pressures and temperatures within specific cold chain parameters.
  • Ensure proper use and storage of approved chemicals.
  • Follows GMP rules and GMP for Maintenance rules while performing repairs and PM tasks
  • Ensures temporary repairs are done in a manner that does not create potential food safety hazards
  • Informs Sanitation or Production when repairs are completed so that proper sanitation of surfaces can be completed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma
  • Valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer / Refrigeration B Operator
  • Must have 6,000 hours
  • Must be proficient in use of all mechanical hand tools and power tools
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints
  • Must have computer skills for entering inventory records, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

What We Can Offer:

We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package (includes health, dental, vision and life insurance after 6 months of employment), a pension plan, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are a hardworking and dedicated individual with a passion for cleanliness and safety, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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