Maintenance Ammonia Technician
Company: Ajinomoto Foods North America
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager
or Supervisor, the refrigeration technician monitors and operates
the following facility systems: refrigeration system, waste water
system, steam system, low pressure hot water system, compressed air
system, high pressure hot water system and ventilation system. The
technician performs PMs, maintains all assigned equipment and
systems and ensures all systems are performing in a safe and
functional manner at all times. The technicians will need to record
system readings by documenting the operation of the equipment.
Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Repairs and maintains all assigned systems/equipment throughout the
plant and making sure they operate according to the required
standards.
Maintains and performs preventative maintenance activities and
conducts repairs on all assigned systems/equipment.
Completes accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records
and take regular system readings.
Observes and tests system operation, using gauges and
instruments.
Is engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration
equipment.
Ensures all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and
accurate format, and completed with required information.
Ensures all required information is documented in accordance with
SOP's.
Assists in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting
low supply levels to Supervisor.
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying
opportunities to improve processes.
Follows Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintains a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
Follow all required work safe practices, including lockout-tagout
requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas,
confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints,
etc.
Work in extremely cold environment of -10 to -28 Fahrenheit with
the appropriate usage of all required PPEs
Perform all other work as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to walk, climb stairs and ladders, and reach with hands
and arms. Position occasionally requires climbing to high
elevations. The employee is required to stand; use hands and
fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or
balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The
employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds,
occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and at times up to
100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and
the ability to adjust focus. Ability to climb in overhead
structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters
performing analysis and repair work. Exposed to high voltage
electricity, hazardous materials and chemicals used in the
manufacturing and cleaning process. Position Qualifications
3-5+ years' experience as a Refrigeration Technician in an
industrial environment.
Industrial boiler work experience is required
Air compressor work experience is required
Waste water management work experience is a plus
Must have or be able to obtain a R.E.T.A. Certification.
Strong skills in "Process Safety Management"
Ammonia refrigeration systems knowledge is highly desired
Automation work experience with ability to read P&IDs
Electrical skills in troubleshooting and repairing 480/230 v
3ph.,120 v and 24v systems with the ability to read and understand
schematics and blue prints
Root cause & troubleshooting skills are a must.
Must have working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and
basic hand and power tools.
Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication
skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills
Must have a working knowledge of Windows based software, such as
Microsoft Excel and Word, and computerized maintenance management
system.
Forklift and scissor lift operating experience is required
Soldering and welding experience is required
Knowledge of EPA regulations
Solid communication skills
Salary range is between $33-$36 depends on experience.
Keywords: Ajinomoto Foods North America, National City , Maintenance Ammonia Technician, Professions , San Diego, California
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