Title of Position*
Ammonia Technician – 3rd Shift
Company Offering Job*
Turkey Hill
Company Website*
turkeyhill.com/careers
Location of Job*
Searcy, AR
Experience Required*
Minimum 1 year
Credentials/Certifications Required*
Ammonia Operator 1 Certification
Wages Offered*
24.93-30.36
Vacation Plan*
PTO accrual and paid holidays
Sign on Bonus*
No
Job Description
The Ammonia Mechanic at Turkey Hill Dairy responsibilities includes operating a two stage flooded ammonia refrigeration system and associated equipment. An Ammonia Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible for the proper set-up, operation, and monitoring of a greater than 10,000 ammonia refrigeration system. The Ammonia Mechanic responsibilities also include adherence to Process Safety Program requirements and proper documentation of the ammonia system operations or modifications to the PSP through change control. The Ammonia Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and adhering to applicable SOPs while ensuring good documentation practices are followed. The Ammonia Mechanic I makes an impact by – Maintain and monitor all equipment associated with the ammonia system including but not limited to freezing centers, ammonia cooling heat exchangers being used in accordance to all applicable SOPs related to sanitary condition, cleanliness, and equipment condition. Maintain and monitor all documentation associated with the ammonia refrigeration system including but not limited to process safety manuals, annual release reporting, and Tier reports. Monitor facilities in environmentally conditioned areas and make required adjustments to refrigeration and air handling devices to maintain specifications for each area. Maintain all equipment associated with the manufacture of frozen desserts including but not limited to freezing centers, fillers, tanks, pumps agitators, conveyors and packaging equipment in accordance to all applicable SOPs related to sanitary condition, cleanliness, and equipment condition. Maintain and manage all aspects of a robust cGMP compliant preventive maintenance program. Maintain site facilities in accordance with corporate and cGMP requirements. Maintain accurate site drawings as required by the quality system. Manage on-site contractors and vendors for facilities and maintenance functions. Participate in developing specifications related to new equipment design and purchase. Works closely with operations to develop and execute any required equipment Installation and Operational qualifications. Monitor and control hazardous waste streams including waste stream development and waste disposition with outside contractors. Develop and manage an approved budget for the maintenance area. Maintain the integrity of the quality system. Be engaged in the day-to-day running of the business by performing tasks beyond normal/baseline job responsibilities, participating in team or business improvement meetings and initiatives positioned toward improving business results. You could be a great fit if you have these things – Must be at least 18 years of age Must work in a team environment Maintain adherence to work hours scheduled specifically starting, ending, lunch and break schedules Perform all duties within established Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations and safety guidelines Be accountable to the Turkey Hill Food Safety and Quality Principles Perform all other duties as assigned Minimum 1 year experience Must have Ammonia Operator 1 Certification Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The employee is required to talk and/or hear in a manufacturing setting where noise levels are high (PPE required). The employee is required to wear mandated PPE based on assigned job area. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk in an manufacturing environment for 8+ hours. The employee must be able to ascend and descend stairs, and where applicable and when necessary, to perform various job-related tasks. Must be able to position self to move, reach with arms/hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to perform various job-related tasks. The employee must be able to inspect all job-related equipment (office or floor) to ensure it is in good working condition prior to use. Must be able to use hands/fingers to handle (or feel) to operate various types of office equipment. Must be able to operate all job-related equipment (powered, hand or office) as required. Vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and adjust focus. Ability to lift 50 pounds and/or push/pull 50 pounds on a regular basis. This job description is not all encompassing, however, is intended to be a general description of the essential functions of this position. It is not intended as an employment contract. Our associates enjoy these awesome benefits – Medical, dental, vision & prescription Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability 401(k) with company match – immediately vested 6 paid major holidays Earn vacation and PTO Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Educational assistance reimbursement Company bonus plan Free ice cream and beverages! This role is considered Safety Critical at Turkey Hill. In order to ensure safety for all of our associates, this role will have a zero tolerance policy when returning a positive drug screen, regardless of Medical Marijuana card holding status
Email Address for resume to be sent*
megan.sandoval@turkeyhill.com
Phone number for applicant to call if have more questions about job offering*
717-844-6423
