REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

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 manner
• Maintain a log book of all breakdowns and corrective actions taken
• Complete daily rounds on all equipment; this includes weekends and holidays, 365 days a year
• Schedule shutdowns of equipment and machinery for repairs and maintenance without disrupting production
• Troubleshoot equipment mechanically and electrically for any issues
• Utilize time effectively to best minimize equipment downtime and repairs
• Be safety-minded and follow lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures for all equipment that is being worked on
• Be 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 it
• Receive and follow training on LOTO, fall protection, confined space, hot work, and any other training deemed necessary to perform the job safely and effectively
• Order materials and parts as needed for stock or repairs of equipment
• Maintain clean mechanical rooms at all times with no exceptions
• Work with several outside vendors and technicians in a professional manner
• Assist maintenance technicians with mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as needed or as directed by maintenance leadership
• Other 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 functions
• Able to learn and follow directions from management and team leaders
• Able to follow and implement safety rules
• Able to read and write in English
• Proficient with time and prioritizing work
• Able to use a computer for the functions of the engine room and email
• Able to be SCBA certified for Haz-Mat

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts is required

• Plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold (non-weather related), and working near moving mechanical parts
• Noise level in the work areas can be loud, especially in the ammonia compressor room
• Will be regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions
• Will be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processes
• Able to climb ladders and stairs regularly
• Able 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.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled