Maintenance Supervisor - Ammonia Refrigeration

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
• Min. 2 years’ maintenance leadership experience / training (required)

General:

The ammonia refrigeration maintenance supervisor directs, oversees, and drives the day-to-day repairs, troubleshooting, and PM activities of the plant’s ammonia refrigeration system. This working supervisor oversees and actively participates in the work of 10-12 ammonia refrigeration techs. (Direct reports).  The role partners with process maintenance, production, & quality to ensure 24/7 ammonia refrigeration systems meet the needs of site operations. The position reports to the Maintenance Manager and primarily works M-F schedule, with flexibility to cover early/ late shift, short-notice overtime, weekends, and holidays, as needed

Specific Duties / Responsibilities:

• 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

Skills/Abilities/Attributes:

• 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

Physical Requirements:

• 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, regular basis, 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.