Refrigeration Lead Operator

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SUMMARY:   The Refrigeration Lead Operator leads the refrigeration team responsible for repair and preventative maintenance of the facility refrigeration systems.  Assist with Boiler and steam system maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversees work of assigned refrigeration team members.
• Assists with the planning and preparation of training and orientation for new refrigeration team members.
• Evaluates machinery, equipment, and facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
• Works with supervisor and/or manager to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies and assess skills needed to complete tasks.
• Collaborates with team members to discuss upcoming work assignments; delegates assignments based on team members skills and experience.
• Ensures refrigeration maintenance and repair work is completed safely, effectively and in a timely manner.
• Inspects work performed by team members.
• Tracks and logs materials and other resources used for inventory purposes.
• Works with supervisor to coordinate topics for safety meetings.
• Meet all Hazmat requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will not have supervisory responsibility.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required
  • High school or equivalent AND 6+ years of experience in Refrigeration, Maintenance, or similar skill set
  • Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) membership w/Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO).
  • Ammonia Refrigeration (2 stage system)
  • Able to pass and maintain state High Pressure Steam Boiler License
  • Process Safety Management (PSM) understanding
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Speaking, reading & writing in English
• Preferred
  • Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification
  • Previous leadership experience

George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to [email protected] or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans