Refrigeration Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for coordinating and supervising work of the refrigeration team The supervisor will be expected to continuously develop and mentor Team Members using a continuous improvement mentality and will work to perpetuate a “Creekstone Proud culture through attitude and actions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, organize and direct the work of Power/Refrigeration/Instrumentation technicians.
• Ensures production equipment is maintained in a manner that meets company standards and ensures minimum equipment downtime
• Establishes and maintains preventive maintenance programs and procedures
• Inspects completed work for conformance to specifications and standards
• Enforce safety, GMP and housekeeping practices, balances quality, productivity, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.
• Works to continuously improve in all areas
• Ensures effective employee relations. Provides employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions. Assures that all employees follow company policies, procedures, and established work instructions
• Oversees training/cross training of assigned staff, appraises performance and initiates discipline process
• Accountable for ensuring that all health and safety policies and regulations are enforced, by issuing disciplinary actions. Performs accident investigations
• Verifies labor hours and payroll report accuracy
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of ammonia compressors, condensers, receivers, plate-n-frames, quick waters, boilers, and other plant utilities
• Responsible for the continuous improvement of preventative and corrective maintenance policies, procedures, and reporting systems
• Perform HAZMAT team assignments as required and assist with Emergency Response Program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Adhere to and enforce all safety policies and procedures
• Prior supervisory experience and leadership skills in a food manufacturing environment. Beef plant experience and bilingual Spanish and
• English preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required, College degree is preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in pressure boilers NH3 refrigeration and instrumentation.
• Trained in Emergency response activities, first aid, CPR, confined space, and lockout/tagout
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management and P.N.I.D.’s
• Experience working with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to maintain high expectations for self and others, demonstrating a dedication to achievement of results.
• Demonstrated ability to function successfully in a fast paced, changing work environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organization.
• Solid problem solving, project management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
• Detail oriented, organized, reliable and resourceful.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Climbing occasionally, stooping occasionally, crouching occasionally, standing for 8 or more hours per day, walking frequently, pushing frequently, pulling frequently, gasping frequently, repetitive motions frequently, lifting: 0 – 100#, wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – hard hat, safety-toe boots, safety goggles, hair/beard net, etc.

Creekstone Farms Premium Beef LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.