Refrigeration and Utility Tech at Pine Manor Inc

Orland, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Refrigeration Maintenance, Utility Operations, Team Leadership, Preventative Maintenance, Safety Compliance, Equipment Installation, Coaching and Development, Technical Training, LOTO, Ammonia Systems, Hazmat Handling, Electrical Safety, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving, Basic Computer Skills

Industry

Food & Beverages

Description

With roots in northeast Indiana, we are a family-owned company that has been raising and processing organic and all-natural chicken with the help of local farm families for over 30 years. We are vertically integrated and oversee every process within the company, from our chicks hatching at our family-owned hatchery, being placed within our community of more than 180 farm families, to owning two feed mills that process our corn and soybean meal mixture. We do our best to source our feed ingredients from local farmers to minimize our carbon footprint. We strive to be a company of dedicated, faithful people who ethically produce naturally grown poultry for consumers who enjoy wholesome, great-tasting food. Oversee refrigeration and utility operations within the plant. Directly lead and train refrigeration team members in all aspects of refrigeration and utilities. Communicating with refrigeration manager on day to day activities and needs of the plant and team members. Ensure all safety policies and protocols are followed and adhered to. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) * Oversee Refrigeration & Utility Technician's work list and assure it is completed in a safe and timely manner * Train existing and new refrigeration and utilities technicians * Coordinate refrigeration and utility maintenance activities with refrigeration manager * Lead maintenance on all plant refrigeration and utility equipment including routine and preventative maintenance * Ensure all plant processes are operating mechanically to plant standards and expectations * Assist manager in planning and execution of new equipment installations. * Help lead monthly safety meetings with refrigeration and utility personnel on various topics * Must pass all tests and verifications for: LOTO, pallet jack, forklift, scissor lift, Ammonia system, confined spaces, Hazmat and electrical safety (Arc flash) * Climb heights * Complete all exterior and interior repairs as needed POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) * Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. * Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. * Assertiveness - Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment or to defend a position or idea. * Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas. * Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. * Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others. * Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions. * Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. * Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. * Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. * Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. * Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. * Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. SKILLS & ABILITIES Experience: Must possess 5+ years of maintenance/refrigeration experience. Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of computers Certificates & Licenses: CIRO certification not required but preferred Shift 1st shift Full Time/Mon-Fri/ Weekends required/40-50 Hours per week 100% of our operations are in the surrounding communities of northeast Indiana and southern Michigan. At Miller Poultry, our employees enjoy the following: * Competitive pay * Full-time schedule * Excellent health, vision, and dental insurance * Employee store with a discount on Miller Poultry products * State-of-the-art facilities and the latest technology We are your employer if you are ambitious and take pride in your work. As we continue to grow, opportunities for advancement are endless!

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate refrigeration and utility operations within the plant while leading and training the technical team. Ensure all equipment is maintained to plant standards and that all safety protocols are strictly followed.