Our growing Simcoe client who is a leader in food manufacturing is looking for a Refrigeration Class B Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years related and will be certified. This position is a 2 week rotation of Days, Afternoons and Nights. There is lots of availability of overtime. The following are the responsibilities:
- The Refrigeration B Operator will be responsible to operate all plant refrigeration and heating systems.
- In addition, this position requires the individual repair and maintain production related equipment and systems.
Operate the ammonia refrigeration system as outlined in the TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) regulations. Conduct facility inspections on a regular basis and provide routine maintenance support for other non-refrigerated building mechanical devices. Diagnose machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions. Review work orders and discuss work with the Supervisor. Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance services. Fill out logs and communicate with Supervisors, Managers and Equipment Operators on work performed. Respond to emergency situations and support the operations of the buildings fire suppression system. Repair and/or maintain compressors, air dryers, boilers, condensers, and water softener systems, as required. Perform plumbing tasks, like repairing leaks and installing new lines. All other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
What You'll Need to Succeed- Education - High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development) equivalent and valid Refrigeration "B" (or A) ticket, in good standing with the TSSA
- Ability to do basic mathematical calculations (additions, subtractions, divisions and calculation of percentages).
- Demonstrate knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points), BRC (British Retail Consortium), FSSC (Financial Shared Service Centre), and proper employee hygiene practices to meet factory requirements.
- Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs) and work with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable working in a hot and/or cold environment.
- Experience inspecting equipment, structures, or material to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Electrically inclined troubleshooting skills with (Variable Frequency Driver) VFDs and (Program Logic Control) PLCs is an asset.
- Experience working in the food industry and working with packaging equipment would be a strong asset.
- 3rd class operating engineer or millwright experience would be a strong asset.
- Must be able to work across shifts, including weekends.
- Wage - $38.74/hr
- Receive shift premiums when working afternoons and nights
- Generous performance-based bonuses
- Health and dental benefits (after probation)
- Superior pension package
- Group home and auto insurance discounts
- Opportunity to grow and develop with the company
- Employee appreciation events and contests
- Overtime hours & pay
If you are interested in this opportunity then please apply asap.