Industrial Refrigeration Maintenance; All Shifts; Union City, TN (Fka: Williams Sausage)

Job Details:

Formally known as Williams Sausage Company;

Newly named Hickman Rd Plant

Plant address: 5132 Old Troy Hickman Road, Union City TN

REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

ESSENTIIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting of ammonia refrigeration components.

• Responsible for maintaining and improving the mechanical integrity of the ammonia refrigeration system.

• Responsible for monitoring temperatures, pressures and levels of ammonia in the ammonia refrigeration system.

• Responsible for repairing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components in the refrigeration system.

• Responsible for correcting any pressure, temperature, or level irregularities in the ammonia refrigeration system.

• Responsible for maintaining the refrigeration log books and equipment logs.

• Responsible for performing mechanical integrity inspections on the ammonia refrigeration components.

• Must be actively involved in the Process safety Management program.

• Must actively pursue and maintain all training requirements for ammonia refrigeration and PSM.

• Must be proficient in the use of basic hand and power tools.

• Perform duties as required by supervisor.

• Management will appoint a trained designee to fill in for absentees and vacancies.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Responsible for the daily operation, monitoring, safety, general maintenance, PM's, mechanical integrity, maintaining all written documents required for daily operation, and the repair or replacement of the ammonia refrigeration system equipment to operate cost efficiently and to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting and being actively involved with the policies of PSM/RMP and the goals and objectives of Tyson Foods.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Must have a minimum 1 cumulative year industrial maintenance experience or equivalent training.

• Ability to communicate effectively with company employees and all levels of management.

• Familiar with the safe operation of production line conveyor equipment.

• Must be able to maintain prompt and regular job attendance.

• Must be able to travel for ammonia refrigeration / PSM training.

• Basic hydraulic and electrical skills required.

• Must have troubleshooting skills and abilities.

• Must have the ability to follow written and oral instructions.

• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and P&ID drawings.

• Must be self-motivated.

• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

• Make operational decisions based on available data.

• Must be willing to respond to after-hour emergencies.

• Must be able to work alone or in a team environment and be able to make quick, accurate, and sound decisions.

• Must be available to perform system walk downs on weekends and Holidays.

• Must be Proficient at multi-tasking, recognizing priorities, and working with minimal supervision.

• Ammonia refrigeration operator experience preferred.

• Industrial maintenance experience preferred.

• Electrical training preferred.

• Hazmat training preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing and able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.

• Must be willing and able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.

• Must be willing and able to lift, push, pull or carry 50 pounds.

• Must be willing and able to wear a respirator, SCBA, and a level A suit.

• Must be willing and able to work at heights of 40 feet or more.

• Must be willing and able to work 8 - 12 hour day with extended hours as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds. Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; steel-toed work boots, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat, beard net (if applicable), chain glove, chain sleeve, belly guard, cutting glover (knife hand), wrist guard and smock. Cell phones and jewelry are not permitted on the factory floor.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENT:

Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to steel-toed work boots, hardhats, hairnets, beard nets (if applicable), respirator (if required), and flame-retardant clothing (if applicable).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

External Requirements:

• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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.

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