Refrigeration & HVAC Technician - 1st Shift

Beyond Meat, Inc., otherwise known as Beyond The Plant Protein Company, is a plant protein company offering a portfolio of plant-based products made from simple ingredients without GMOs, no added hormones or antibiotics, and 0mg of cholesterol per serving. Founded in 2009, Beyond Meat's core products are designed to have the same taste and texture as animal-based meat while being better for people and the planet.

The Maintenance Team is a matrix organization within the company dedicated to creating food products that lead the gold standard in plant-based proteins. Beyond Meat is looking for an outstanding individual to join the team at the Devault, PA location as a Refrigeration & HVAC Technician.

This position is responsible for providing general mechanical and electrical maintenance and upkeep of the equipment and building related to commercial HVAC. Other tasks include working with production to increase efficiencies and reduce downtime, providing preventative maintenance, and assisting with completing work orders.

• Installing, maintaining, and repairing ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment
• Identifying maintenance risks on equipment
• Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults on all HVAC systems
• Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing HVAC systems
• Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently
• Providing technical direction and on-the-job training
• Keeping daily logs and records of all maintenance functions
• Ensuring compliance with appliance standards and OSHA guidelines
• Complying with service standards, work instructions, and requirements
• Responsible for all equipment for manufacturing, distributing, and maintaining safe quality food by following good manufacturing practices, food defense, HACCP, SQF requirements, and HVAC temperatures
• Maintaining maintenance standards for efficiencies, continuous improvement, safety, and quality
• Maintaining and servicing production equipment, completing work orders, and documenting activities
• Maximizing OEE, fulfilling preventative and predictive maintenance programs, root cause analysis, BBSOs, and driving corrective actions
• Setting up and operating various power tools and equipment
• Troubleshooting both electrical and mechanical issues
• Building and maintaining automation systems and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
• Participating in energy efficiency / cost saving projects
• Sheet metal fabrication and installation
• Operating powered industrial equipment (forklifts, scissor lifts, cherry pickers, etc.)
• Operating exhaust and ventilation systems, and maintaining pressure-dependent areas
• Adhering to all facility policies concerning safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• 5+ years of experience as an HVAC technician, and willingness to continue education in the HVAC field
• Type 4 Universal EPA certification
• Valid driver's license
• Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating
• Proficient in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols
• Sheet metal fabrication; welding (TIG, MIG, stick experience needed); soldering
• Arc flashing training / OSHA knowledge
• CMMS software knowledge