Refrigeration Supervisor

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ Cheil Jedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron, Tony's, Big Daddy's, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo, Pagoda Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table

We are hiring a 1st shift Refrigeration Supervisor at our frozen pizza manufacturing facility in Salina, KS. This position is responsible for supervising the production, packaging, bakery, and processing of tasty food products. 

This position is responsible for leading, directing and coordinating the refrigeration department to optimize performance with regard to safety, productivity and quality. This position is also responsible for supporting compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP).

Responsibilities

• Supervise technical maintenance activities, trouble shooting and the repair of ammonia refrigeration equipment including vessels, evaporators, condensers, pumps, motors, compressors, valves and other refrigeration equipment.
  
• Direct the maintenance and preventive maintenance of all production machinery and any building maintenance needs. Responsible for the food safety, sanitation, quality and security of the products produced.
  
• Ensure compliance with all facets the EPA's Risk Management Program Regulation of a hazardous Chemical facility (Process Safety Management, System Management, Hazard Assessment, Emergency Response program, Risk Management Plans, Process Hazard Analysis and Offsite Consequence strategies).
  
• Contact and coordinate external service agencies as appropriate to schedule refrigeration repair work and ensure timely and effective work order completion.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required by PSM schedules.
  
• Responsible for maintaining, repairing, and examining refrigeration systems (both Ammonia and Freon)
  
• Perform daily chemical testing and logging all test results, making adjustments required to maintain refrigeration & utility system within established limits.
  
• Interface with state and federal government agencies as required.
  
• Confer with operators and observe, test, and evaluate operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose cause formal functions.
  
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
  
• Ensure all ammonia safety equipment is up to date. Comply with Safety Programs to ensure protection of employees and property.
  
• Supervise, train, and develop subordinates, if applicable.
  
• Responsible to conduct yourself and ensure your subordinates (if applicable) conduct themselves in a manner consistent with company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree preferred.

Years of Related Experience: 3+ years related experience; Ammonia Refrigeration experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge and skills in the technologies of general construction, electrical systems, electronic systems, microprocessors, mechanical systems (e.g., production/process, refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, hydraulics, and pneumatics), and computerized maintenance management systems. Working knowledge of food plant production and processing equipment preferred. Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety, knowledge of PSM & OSHA safety regulations, EPA regulations, USDA and sanitation standards preferred. Must have previous supervisor experience. Basic PC skills including expertise with MS Office and Outlook. SAP experience beneficial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have basic mathematical and problem solving skills in order to generate and maintain departmental reports. May be required to be clean shaven if trained in the use of and required to use a respirator. Must be capable and willing to work any shift and be on 24 hour call for emergency situations as necessary.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree preferred.

Years of Related Experience: 3+ years related experience; Ammonia Refrigeration experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge and skills in the technologies of general construction, electricalsystems, electronic systems, microprocessors, mechanical systems (e.g., production/process, refrigeration, boilers,HVAC, hydraulics, and pneumatics), and computerized maintenance management systems. Working knowledge of food plantproduction and processing equipment preferred. Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety, knowledge of PSM & OSHAsafety regulations, EPA regulations, USDA and sanitation standards preferred. Must have previous supervisorexperience. Basic PC skills including expertise with MS Office and Outlook. SAP experience beneficial. Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills. Must have basic mathematical and problem solving skills in order to generateand maintain departmental reports.May be required to be clean shaven if trained in the use of and required to use a respirator.Must be capable and willing to work any shift and be on 24 hour call for emergency situations as necessary.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.