Maintenance Supervisor - Ammonia Refrigeration

Overview

Position:
Maintenance Supervisor (Ammonia Refrigeration)

Type: Salary

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Education: GED (Min.) (required);
Associates degree (preferred / not required)

Refrigeration coursework / certification / formal training (preferred)

Experience: Min. of 3 years work experience in refrigeration equipment & systems OR related field; 2 years’ maintenance leadership experience / training (required)

• Supervise and oversee daily ammonia refrigeration operations.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal refrigeration regulations and codes.
• Promote the team's safety-first mindset and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Apply refrigeration knowledge to install & start-up refrigeration equipment per specifications.
• Guide and support team; coordinate resources in troubleshooting repairs and preventative maintenance (PMs) for ammonia refrigeration system.
• Keep team focused on priorities; assist with refrigeration system operation and ensure team shares knowledge and cross-trains.
• Collaborate with vendors and parts room team to manage inventory / supplies for refrigeration systems.
• Exhibit knowledge and perform work related to Process Safety Management (PSM), Frick computer and ice making systems.
• Utilize / train team members on the work order system, logs and documentation to track PMs, repairs and PSM tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in an industrial setting.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems & regulatory compliance.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities to positively influence team performance.
• Self-directed team player; able to work effectively in fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with various levels.
• Flexible to work varying schedules, including rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Work safely in varying conditions – hot, cold, wet; e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees
• Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
• Stand, squat, climb, regularly up to 12 hrs./shift
• Able to work in confined spaces when necessary and perform routine elevated work

Prestage Foods of NC is a family-owned turkey processing plant located in St. Pauls, NC. Our mission is to produce quality food at a competitive price. We are looking for individuals who go the extra mile and will be a great addition to our team. We offer a competitive salary and great benefits.