Job Description
Rich Products Corporation is the founder of the non-dairy segment of the frozen food industry and a leading supplier and solutions provider to the foodservice, in-store bakery, and retail marketplaces. Rich’s posts annual sales exceeding $3.0 billion, employs more than 9,000 people worldwide and sells a variety of products in 112 countries. For more than 65 years, we have been defined by innovative breakthroughs and an unparalleled commitment to treating our customers, associates, and communities the same way: Like Family.
Accomplish the continuous effective freezing and frozen storage of food products and ingredient materials and cooling of the physical plant buildings through the effective and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of all plant ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems and associated freezers, air conditioning, and chilled water systems. The scope of this position will include actual operation of the various systems, preventive maintenance, and mechanical and electrical repair. Contribute to the profit and well-being of the Company by performing tasks in a safe, efficient, quality-conscious, and cost-conscious manner and by working in a cooperative manner with his/her supervisor and co-workers.
Using prior training and application of that training to specific Company equipment, maintains and repairs assigned machine systems. Performs specific preventive maintenance, operating, mechanical and electrical repair, troubleshooting, and other tasks and techniques to keep equipment in operational condition to meet production and storage needs. This includes, but is not limited to:
keeping logs and other information on operating results and problems
analyzing information to determine preventive maintenance plan
troubleshooting problems to appropriate solution and physically repairing equipment
using common maintenance hand tools and specialty tools to repair and maintain equipment
inspecting equipment by sight and sound, and reading gauges and other measuring devices on a routine basis to assure optimum operating condition
reading equipment manuals, blueprints and other sources of information to build knowledge and assure appropriate operation and repair of equipment
ordering parts and supplies to maintain equipment
rebuilding equipment
maintaining all work areas in a clean manner in line with plant requirements of Good Manufacturing Practices, including sweeping debris off the floor, picking it up and placing it in the proper waste container, disposing of paper, plastic or other packaging material into the proper trash container, pushing trash carts or carrying tubs of waste materials to proper disposal area, using a low-pressure water hose to wash down work areas (consistent with plant waste water and sanitation policies), or using a rubber squeegee to push water off the floor toward and down floor drains
Because of the nature of these responsibilities, this associate may be "On-Call" during non-production periods. Maintenance management will assure that all individuals in these positions rotate "On-Call" periods in a fair and equitable manner. Refer to the "Call-In Pay" policy for additional details on "on-call" responsibilities.
The persons performing these tasks will be working at floor level on concrete floors coated with a slip-resistant compound; standing on perforated metal platforms; climbing equipment or ladders; ascending to roof; crawling under equipment; entering and working in freezers, compressor room, other indoor areas of the plant, and outdoors to perform inspections, maintenance and repairs. They must carry hand tools and be able to use these as well as specialty tools to perform tasks. They must be able to reach overhead, routinely lift up to 30 pounds of parts and supplies, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds of parts and supplies, and work in pairs when required to lift some motors, etc., that may weigh up to 100 pounds. They must be able to apply the force required to remove or tighten fasteners that hold machinery together.
The work requires occasional physical contact with shrimp, fish, cheese, bread, or onions when performing repairs. Severe allergic reaction to these food materials or to any of the ingredients used in processing such as flour, baking soda, baking powder, phosphates and their chemical components, or allergy to iodine (used in hand washing), chlorine (used as a food and surface disinfectant), ammonia (used in the refrigeration system), nitrogen (used in the flash freezing process), or any of the chemicals or lubricants used in the water treatment process or ammonia refrigeration system would preclude a person from performing the essential functions of this position.
Applies all safe work practices and uses all personal safety equipment required in performing tasks to assure his/her own safety and that of co-workers; works in a safe manner at all times; performs tasks within guidelines of good maintenance techniques and applicable codes.
Applies all GMP requirements, both personal hygiene and housekeeping, associated with these tasks. Keeps work area clean at all times, in line with plant procedures on housekeeping, waste water, and solids management.
Applies all product safety and quality requirements associated with the process at assigned positions.
Identifies problems associated with assigned systems on an on-going basis through collection of data, tracking downtime, and personal inspection and determines if solution is within his/her training and knowledge; if so, corrects problem; if not or if not sure, communicates to appropriate resource and resolves with the help of this resource. Knows who these resources are.
Develops and maintains a good working relationship with Team Coordinator and other managers, team members, and other co-workers. Resolves problems and conflicts in an acceptable manner that shows respect for the other person(s).
Cooperates and shows commitment to team goals and efforts; attends team meetings and participates in them to the best of his/her ability.
Works to understand (primarily via the gain sharing plan and team meetings) overall impact of his/her job on team productivity and plant profitability; maintains high level of personal productivity and contributes suggestions for work process improvements to Team Coordinator or at team meetings.
Follows plant rules and policies and Company code of ethics in performing job.
Assists in orienting and/or training other team members on assigned tasks as requested.
Uses electrical, pipe fitting, pneumatics, and hydraulics skills to assist or support other maintenance technicians as time allows or plant needs require.
Job Requirements
Minimum 3 years "hands-on" experience maintaining an industrial ammonia refrigeration system, including vacuum systems, screw compressors, blast freezers, storage freezers, condensers and chilled water cooling systems required; experience in maintaining nitrogen flash freezers and Reco and Frigoscandia brand freezers highly desired; electrical, pipe fitting, hydraulics, and pneumatics experience in the course of mechanical experience desired.
Basic business requirements such as attendance, punctuality, good work habits, good personal hygiene; basic education in communication, reading, and arithmetic such as would be learned in high school; specific technical training in (1) the theory of ammonia refrigeration and nitrogen freezing systems and (2) the mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial-sized refrigeration systems; microprocessors; 110, 120, 220, and 480 Volt 3-phase AC electricity; pipe cutting, threading, fitting; conduit installation; wiring; pneumatics; hydraulics.
Thoroughly skilled in all aspects of the mechanical and electrical maintenance of industrial food freezing systems; ability to read technical manuals and blueprints and apply to learning specific Company systems; follow policies and rules; effectively communicate with peers and superiors; work in a safe and efficient manner; work effectively with other people in a work group or team; ability to analyze work requirements, make a work plan and accomplish tasks without constant supervision; ability to provide leadership to others working on similar tasks.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The persons performing these tasks will be working at floor level on concrete floors coated with a slip-resistant compound; standing on perforated metal platforms; climbing equipment or ladders; ascending to roof; crawling under equipment; entering and working in freezers, compressor room, other indoor areas of the plant, and outdoors to perform inspections, maintenance and repairs. They must carry hand tools and be able to use these as well as specialty tools to perform tasks. They must be able to reach overhead, routinely lift up to 30 pounds of parts and supplies, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds of parts and supplies, and work in pairs when required to lift some motors, etc., that may weigh up to 100 pounds. They must be able to apply the force required to remove or tighten fasteners that hold machinery together.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and invite qualified candidates to apply. As part of our efforts to provide a safe and productive environment and hire talented and qualified associates, we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background investigations.
Country: USA,
State: South Carolina,
City: Fountain Inn,
Company: Rich Products Corporation.
