Facilities- Refrigeration Lead

Job Description
*Hourly Position
*$40.00
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Maintenance 1. Works with Planner to plan, schedule, and direct all maintenance related tasks. 2. Interprets work orders, concepts, and directs the operation, repair and preventive maintenance. 3. Provides simple and complex instructions to diagnose hidden defects on assigned equipment. 4. Ensures all parts and supplies necessary to support assigned areas and shifts are delivered in time to meet production deadlines. 5. Maintains and operates the Ammonia refrigeration system and associated equipment, boilers, hot water heaters, roof top HVAC units, air compressors, O-zone generation equipment, water softening equipment, Co-generation system, and fixed fire suppression systems in accordance with all established safety procedures, as well as Company Policy and state and federal regulations and codes. 6. Under supervision, performs semi-specialized tasks in the maintenance of the general plant and/or office building in the skill areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, cement applications, door repairs (personnel and industrial), maintains building lighting, rooftop ventilation units, fire sprinkler piping repairs, building electrical, and utilities 7. Monitors, adjust, and maintains the waste water system and coordinates the repairs of wastewater system components including cleaning, troubleshooting, electrical and mechanical repairs. 8. Understands, troubleshoots, and repairs of all previously stated equipment and systems. 9. Conducts maintenance daily checks, logs and readings on previously stated equipment and systems. 10. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on previously stated equipment and systems as assigned to maximize uptime and operating efficiency. 11. Identifies all parts, supplies, and services required to maintain assigned areas and shifts. 12. Conducts routine inspections of walls, floors, ceilings, insulations, piping, roof, parking lot, waste water system, etc. 13. Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools. 14. Replaces or updates inoperable or old building materials and appliances (e.g. motors, belts, pumps, window glass, sinks, doors, smoke alarms, cabinets, shelves, tile, light fixtures, filter systems, patios etc.) to provide a safe, comfortable working environment for employees using various tools and materials (e.g. welding equipment, ladders, power saws, hammers, drills, etc.).
Supervision/Reporting 1. Updates Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in support of Preventive & Corrective Maintenance. 2. Ensures that the daily, weekly, and monthly record systems to support the Preventive Maintenance and Work Order system are properly updated and maintained. 3. Directs and conducts meetings to update maintenance personnel. 4. Follows maintenance procedures to ensure all Work Orders are completed within a timely period. 5. Observes subordinates performing assigned duties to assess skills and abilities on a regular basis. 6. Identifies and resolves performance issues and providing input regarding employees' knowledge, skills, and work attributes. 7. Coordinates and oversees contractors. 8. Informs Production Maintenance Assistant Supervisor and HR of attendance issues. Safety 1. Adheres to the Process Safety Management (PSM) / Risk Management Program (RMP) and Hazardous Waste Management Programs related to the ammonia refrigeration system to ensure compliance with city, state, and federal environmental regulations. 1. Ensures a safe and sanitary work environment at all times while following established safety regulations in the performance of all job tasks and reporting any unsafe conditions immediately. 2. Complies with environmental regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and the plant's Maintenance Safety Programs. Control Costs 1. Recommends measures to improve routine maintenance, production efficiencies, operational effectiveness, equipment performance. 2. Completes work orders in a timely manner meeting or exceeding pre-established deadlines to reduce downtime and meet production goals. 3. Ensures all quality standards are met or exceeded. 4. Recommends changes established manufacturing processes to reduce or eliminate down time, increase operational effectiveness, and improve routine maintenance in all assigned areas and shifts. Internal Customer Service 1. Works with Production Department to determine optimal time for any needed repairs on equipment. 2. Follows through to ensure repairs are made on schedule. 3. Informs Production Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor of any issues. 4. Establishes positive working relationships with all plant personnel. Qualifications 1. EPA Section 608 Universal Certification maintained 2. Proficient in welding (Stick, MIG, TIG, Soldering / Brazing) 3. Certification of Qualification on the Delimex ammonia refrigeration system, CO2 system, PSM process and facility SOP's 4. Understanding of steam principles and facility steam systems with the ability to troubleshoot pumps, valves, piping and water treatment 5. General knowledge of the plant air system, water system, and Fire Protection System 6. Proficient at the following trade skills: Welding (Stick, Meg, and Tig) in mild steel and stainless steel, with the ability to complete sanitary welding. The use of metal cutting tools (Plasma Arc and Gas). Basic electrical skills (motor change and/or install, control device change and/or repair, and control switch change
and/or repair. The use of Laths, Endmills, Drill Press, Metal Shears, and Metal Breaks. Quality 1. Interprets and takes ownership of GMPs and food safety company standards. 2. Must be able to provide recall information for raw material usage as well as disposals. 3. Coordinate with Quality Assurance on any product placed or released from hold status, raw materials as well as finished product. 4. Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions. 5. Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list in order to achieve targets. The preceding functions have been provided as representative of the types of work performed by the employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify change or rescind the work assignments of this and different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILL / EXPERIENCE LEVELS
The Facilities/Refrigeration lead must possess knowledge of and understand the following:
• Basic maintenance principals regarding refrigeration,
HVAC, compressed air, water, steam, gas, oil,
chemical, and fire protection systems.
• HAZMAT, PSM, RMP, OSHA regulations, plant
Maintenance Safety Program, and GMPs affecting all
aspects of PM/CM safety within the plant and facilities.
• Understanding of steam principles and facility steam
systems with the ability to troubleshoot pumps, valves,
piping and water treatment. • Policies, procedures, methods, and processes for performing preventive maintenance in assigned area(s) of responsibility. • Measures to improve production efficiency, equipment performance, product quality, and plant safety. • Parts and supplies required to support assigned areas and shifts. • Plant's quality standards, policies and procedures.
The Utilities and Building Fabric Technician must possess the following skills:
• Operate the ammonia refrigeration in accordance with
all established safety procedures, codes, and
regulations.
• Diagnose malfunctions/hidden defects in equipment
and machinery and repair of all assigned equipment
previously mentioned.
• Read wiring diagrams, blue prints, schematics, and
manuals and logs. • Basic welding ( Stick, MIG, TIG, Soldering/Brazing). • Enter data into CMMS. • Update maintenance logs. • Implement measures to improve routine maintenance, production efficiencies, operational effectiveness, equipment performance, and safety in all assigned areas and shifts.
The Facilities/Refrigeration lead must possess the following minimal education and experience:
• BS in food science/industrial engineering/Business
Management or equivalent experience with
additional college-level courses in manufacturing and
management subjects desirable.
• HVAC Certification through an accredited vocational
school. EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
maintained
• Understanding of steam principles and facility steam
systems with the ability to troubleshoot pumps,
valves, piping and water treatment.
• General knowledge of the air systems, water
systems, and Fire Protection Systems. Within first 3 months on the job • Certification of Qualification on the KraftHeinz ammonia refrigeration system, CO2 system, PSM process and facility SOP's. Within first 6 months on the job • Must be able to pass and maintain a medical fitness evaluation and requirements for using an APR respirator and SCBA • Certification as an Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator through RETA. Within first 12 months on the job
Preferred • Three (3) years of experience in the refrigeration Food Industry and ammonia refrigeration. • Two years supervisory or team leader experience in manufacturing; food processing experience preferred. • Three years experience maintaining computer-aided production equipment/machines. • One year experience working in a bi-lingual (Spanish-English) food production environment. • Hazmat Certified (40-hour HAZWOPPER Certification) maintained. Certifications/Courses • Welding course or 3 years' experience. • Maintenance-related certification. • PLC Ladder Logic certification. • Electrical Troubleshooting course.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Immediate Supervisor (title): Utilities Supervisor
Subordinates (titles): Refrigeration technicians and Helpers
Other Job Titles Reporting to the Same Immediate Supervisor: Refrigeration Technician, PSM Coordinator,
Refrigeration helper, planner, and MRO coordinator.
FOR UPDATED JOB DESCRIPTIONS
This is a new position and initial job description for it.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/SUPERVISOR COMMENTS
The Facilities/Refrigeration lead displays the following winning work attributes:
• Treats others with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change.
• Actively cooperates and encourages cooperation from
others.
• Maintains a calm and controlled demeanor, especially
in stressful situations.
• Responds resourcefully to change and ambiguity.
• Demonstrates commitment to self improvement.
• Complies with laws and the company's ethical
principles.
• Focuses time and energy on established priorities.
• Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Takes action and reliably delivers on commitments.
• Allocates time efficiently to meet production goals.
• Effectively balances multiple demands and competing
priorities.
• Builds quality into every dimension of work.
• Is accessible and supportive of others.
• Demonstrates awareness of customer needs.
• Strives to achieve quality standards in all work. • Applies best practices as he/she learns them. • Is on time at the beginning of work and adheres to breaks and lunch schedules. • Is thoroughly prepared at the beginning of work. • Is productive throughout the entire work day or shift. • Strives to improve his/her job knowledge and job skills. • Helps others, when help is needed. • Is a positive team member who supports the company and its initiatives. • Actively participates in meetings. • Maintains a positive attitude and builds positive relationships throughout the plant. • Establishes and maintains positive relationships with vendors and others providing service to the plant. • Is accurate and attentive to detail. • Requires minimal supervision. • Able to multi-task as needed. • Good communicator. • Able to work varying shifts 1st, 2nd & 3rd.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Regularly required to bend and twist at the waist, stand for prolonged periods, walk frequently, crawl, climb, work at heights and on stairs and on ladders. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Delimex - Hourly
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] .