Ammonia Refrigeration Foreman

Management Level:

82

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

** Must submit a resume to be considered **

Job Summary:

Lead day‑to‑day operation, maintenance, and project coordination for the facility’s ammonia refrigeration systems. Combine hands‑on technical work with leadership in safety, regulatory compliance (OSHA/EPA/IIAR), and continuous improvement. Communicate clearly with operations, engineering, contractors, and management to keep systems reliable and production on schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain compressors, liquid pumps, purger rebuilds, valve stations, and associated controls to meet production needs. This may include shaft seal replacements, oiler and bearing housing rebuilds and servicing both Cornell CB and HT Style pumps.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system faults using root‑cause troubleshooting. For example, diagnose and repair shaft seal replacements, motor alignments, rebuilds for Parker RS and Danfoss Ammonia Valve stations, transducer calibrations, slide valve calibrations, maintenance on Refrigerated Makeup Air Units etc.
• Plan and execute ammonia pump‑outs, evacuations, and commissioning tasks; prepare job‑specific procedures and Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) redlines.
• Manage deliveries and containment: receive ammonia shipments, oversee oil removal, and perform safety relief valve changes.
• Perform preventative maintenance and complete accurate Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) entries for work orders, inspections, and parts usage.
• Train and mentor technicians and utility staff; assign work and verify quality of repairs.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) compliance by participating in SOP reviews, inspections, and regulatory audits.
• Maintain a proactive safety culture by enforcing OSHA, EPA, IIAR, and company standards. Lead incident prevention through hazard recognition, permit control, and safe work procedures. Ensure all ammonia work follows documented risk controls and emergency response plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Pay: Hourly wages up to $56.00 an hour for those with preferred requirements. The 2nd shift also offers a $1.00 shift premium. This senior-level position also includes an annual incentive bonus of up to 2%.

Schedule

• Currently, the largest need for experienced techs is on night shift.

• Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and/or holidays.

  • 1st shift: 5:00AM – 5:00pm; 2nd shift: 5:00PM – 5:00AM

  • Rotating 2‑2‑3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, alternating weekly

Education:  High school diploma, Associates degree or equivalent certifications in Refrigeration/Mechanical field are preferred

Work Experience:  5+ years industrial ammonia refrigeration experience required, including familiarity with compressor and pump rebuilds, valve trains, and control logic. Prior experience in food manufacturing a plus.

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification:

• IIAR Ammonia Refrigeration training Preferred.
• RETA/CIRO/CRST – License Preferred or willing to achieve and maintain this license
• EPA TYPE Universal License Preferred

Special Job Requirements:

• Willing and able to interpret schematics and blueprints during troubleshooting.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Willing and able to operate at high elevations
• Willing and able to lift or move 75 pounds.
• Willing and able to withstand changing environments.
• Willing and able to operate an aerial lift and sit-down forklift.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and able to prioritize under production pressures.
• Willing and able to pass a physical and fit testing requirements for full face respirator use.

Collaboration/Communication: Effective communicator with experience coordinating contractors and cross‑functional teams.

Computer: Basic computer skills required including proficiency in Microsoft Office. Experience with SAP systems preferred.

Work closely with engineering to support projects and with operations to align maintenance windows to production needs. Coach technicians to build internal capability and reduce contractor reliance. Identify opportunities for system optimization and present cost‑effective solutions.

Supervisory: None

Travel:  Approximately one to two weeks travel per year for technical and safety training.

Internal Requirements

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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