Refrigeration Technician

Refrigeration Technician #32828 Location: Cabool, MO Company: Dairy Farmers of America Category: Maintenance Job Description The Refrigeration Technician install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating/ammonia systems according to blueprints and engineering specifications, using knowledge of refrigeration and ammonia, structural layout, and function and design of components.

Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments.

Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: * Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems.

* Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records * Observe and test system operation, using gauges, and instruments.

* Dismantle, assemble, and install refrigeration equipment.

* Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

* Ensure all repairs are documented.

Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information.

Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures.

* Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisor.

* Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime.

* Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.

* Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

* Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance.

* Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.

* Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

* The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

* Other duties will include providing communication between work activities and supervisors of other departments throughout the plant.

* Must follow all DFA GMP's and work in a manner consistent with all Corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements along with other duties as assigned.

* Interact with contractors, plant personnel and maintenance * Assist in other maintenance areas as directed or needed.

* Other duties may be assigned as required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Minimum Requirements Must possess an operational understanding and knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, industrial manufacturing equipment.

Must have good understanding and troubleshooting capabilities related to ammonia cooled systems.

Must be a self-starter, detail oriented and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.

* Must have High school diploma or equivalent * Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in applicable field of study * Must have RETA CIRO Certification - candidate without certification will not be consider * Must have 2 to 4 years of ammonia refrigeration systems or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment * Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time * Able to use a variety of maintenance tools * Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs * Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures * Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision * Able to work effectively in a team environment * Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing * Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals * Must be able to read, write and speak English An Equal Opportunity Employer