Refrigeration (Maintenance) Team Leader

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The Maintenance Refrigeration Team Leader works within the guidelines of authorized corporate policies, procedures and programs, this position is responsible for the direction of the Ammonia Refrigeration Operators, OSHA PSM & EPA RMP Programs, planning of all refrigeration activities including capital projects while ensuring the refrigeration system is maintained in a safe and efficient manner.
 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/OUTCOMES

• The Maintenance Refrigeration Team Leader Ensures regulatory compliance through proper implementation of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP Programs and serves as the subject matter expert.
• Supervising and coaching Refrigeration Associates while ensuring that all associates are trained according to the PSM/RMP mandates.
• The Maintenance Refrigeration Team Leader Leads the Refrigeration Team to ensure the refrigeration system is adequately maintained to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Supervise within Rich Products Core and Leadership Competencies and the Performance and Development Program
• Assist Department Manager on keeping department within budget
• Work with the Maintenance Manager, other Team Leaders and all Department Managers for the continuous improvement and ongoing success of the facility
• The Maintenance Refrigeration Team Leader Facilitates all required regulatory audits (PSM Compliance, Mechanical Integrity, NDT, etc.) 
• Accurately and timely report maintenance metrics for the facility. Seek to exceed targets by adopting best practice principals and taking an active role to continuously improve department performance
• Owns the capital planning process and manages capital projects related to the Ammonia Refrigeration System.
• Assist in the contact of vendors for frequency services such as meters, scales, and temperature control PM’s
• Performs root cause analysis for equipment failure.
• Works directly with Process Improvement Teams and assists in preparation and execution of team charters.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

•    5 years Ammonia Refrigeration System Experience
•    5 years’ experience in a leadership capacity in a maintenance environment
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related fields preferred; or a combination of experience and education
•    At least 15 years work experience (preferably in a food processing facility) in a maintenance capacity.
•    RETA Operator and/or PSM, RMP Certification  
•    Familiarity with Inventory and Preventive Maintenance programs
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Maximo, SAP or similar work order tracking programs

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