Technician 3- Refrigeration 3rd shift

Recipe for Success

Reser's is the leading provider of fresh refrigerated foods for the supermarket and food service industries. Family owned and operated, Reser's has been a proud sponsor of good times at picnics, BBQs, and affordable family meals since 1950. Reser's family of brands include Reser's American Classics, Main Street Bistro, Don Pancho, and more. Reser's operates facilities in the US, Mexico and actively supports the communities it serves.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever-changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• AD&D
• Life
• 401(k) with discretionary match
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Company paid holidays
• A variety of voluntary benefit options

We strive to be Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://resers.com/careers/#benefits

Reser's Fine Foods - Job Description

Title: Refrigeration Technician 3 Location: Production Reports to: Maintenance Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

Under moderate supervision a Refrigeration Technician 3 is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and examining refrigeration systems, working specifically with ammonia refrigeration. This role requires performing preventative maintenance to refrigeration systems. Will respond to any system interruptions and have the flexibility to be on call to conduct emergency repairs. Must be able to work and communicate with a diverse variety of individuals, including fellow technicians, supervisors, clients and assist with upkeep of critical documents.

Essential Position Functions:

1. Supports both the PSM and Refrigeration team to maintain all PSM, Refrigeration and Safety documentation retention. (SOP's, LOTO's, and P&ID's)
2. Maintains PMs of refrigeration system.
3. Confer with operators and observes, tests, and evaluates operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose root cause of malfunction.
4. Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
5. Perform daily chemical testing and logging all test results, making adjustments required to maintain refrigeration & utility system within established limits.
6. Periodic use and maintenance of fitted full face respirator.
7. Assists with inventory control.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required. • Technical degree in preferred. • Must have at least 7 years + experience. • Must have Technician II and PSM/RMP certification. • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience helpful. • Required to be able to pass and maintain annual medical and pulmonary fit tests for respirator use.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• English/Spanish bilingual is a plus. • Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems and Process Safety Management (PSM) is required. • Use of technology such as computers, mobile devices, etc. preferred. • Refrigerated food manufacturing plants. • Must be able to perform physical tasks such as climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, and moving around refrigeration systems.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from -20°F to 110°F. • Repetitive pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending and lifting objects in excess of 80 lbs. • Requires walking or standing for long periods of time, ascending and descending stairs and ladders. • Production demands may require overtime and/or evening or weekend scheduling. • Schedules vary from 10-12 hours shift work required.