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About West Liberty Foods
Our mission is to be a leading food manufacturer by converting needs, ideas and expertise into value for our members, business partners and consumers.
West Liberty Foods manufactures hundreds of meat and poultry products that can be found in well-known grocery stores and top restaurant chains nationwide. Recognized as one of the top protein processors in North America, we have the capacity to produce over 650 million pounds of food products per year across our facilities. We are The Surprisingly Big Company®, and we're right in your backyard.
Build your career with West Liberty Foods and be a part of an exciting, collaborative team that becomes family!
Refrigeration Utilities Lead Mechanic
$30.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience
$3,000 Sign On Bonus Available
Refrigeration Utilities Lead Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, operating, inspecting and repairing various types of ammonia refrigeration equipment, boiler equipment, well equipment, air compressor systems and HVAC equipment and also testing and maintaining the chemical systems used in the refrigeration systems in the boiler system. Refrigeration Utilities Lead Mechanic will provide guidance and training to other refrigeration team members.
- Perform PMs and repairs on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves and other machinery included in the ammonia refrigeration equipment.
- Replacement of defective mechanical and manual valves.
- Maintain control of the water treatment system and associated chemicals,
- Replace defective fan motors.
- Remove ice buildup from evaporator drain pans, investigate the cause and correct the problem.
- Work in the motor room, freezer, and blast cell areas.
- Drain oil from the ammonia system.
- Fill out daily reports.
- Remove and reinstall ammonia compressors.
- Perform motor alignments by use of dial caliper indicators.
- Compressor and pump shaft seal replacement.s
- Perform oil and ammonia sampling for analysis on a regular schedule.
- Work directly with all refrigeration contractors, electricians, and pipe fitters when they are working on the ammonia refrigeration system to ensure that they are following all of the company safety policies and meeting work standards.
- Inspect and maintain the ammonia system.
- Ensure that all ammonia system safeguards are functioning properly at all times.
- Heck integrity and tolerances by the use of a micrometer.
- Troubleshoot electrical problems.
- Ability to write SOPs, pump down procedures and LOTO procedures.
- Remove and install 3 phase motors.
- Layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and repairs and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
- Other routine work such as hanging plastic and handling roof concerns as needed.
- Participate in an active role on the HAZMAT team utilizing expert knowledge of the Refrigeration Utilities Department.
- Assist the PSM Coordinator to ensure maintenance and compliance with WLF PSM Program by following guidelines and standards in place.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Schedule:
- Experience: Working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems is a must. Must be able to read and interpret P & ID drawings. Must be able to comply with the respirator fit test as part of the HAZMAT Team. Must have computer skills to communicate and process data, preferred experience with CMMS, L2L, Google Suite.
- Certification - Ability to complete Ammonia Technician Operator Level 1 and 2 will be required. Must have a valid driver's license.
- Age: Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States; no sponsorships are available.
- Education: Associates Degree or equivalent in a related field is preferred.
- Physical Abilities:
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, including above the head and below the waist.
- Must be able to climb ladders and do work on aerial work platforms as needed.
- Environmental: Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
- Flexibility: Must be able to work overtime as needed. Ability to adjust quickly to changing demands. Must be able to work with limited supervision.
- Compliance: Must practice good personal hygiene. Candidates must successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background screen, physical and E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Liberty Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
West Liberty Foods is committed to providing all team members with predictable work schedules that accommodate the universal need to spend time away from work to rest, relax, and spend time with family and friends. However, as a food manufacturer, West Liberty Foods is responsible for producing perishable products. To help ensure that our food products meet the quality and safety standards our customers expect, team members may, at times, be asked or expected to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. West Liberty Foods remains committed to its overtime, weekend, and holiday pay policies, and will schedule team members for those hours on a volunteer-first basis, whenever possible.
The following benefits are available:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Discount Benefits
- Additional Voluntary Benefits
Disclosures: Pursuant to the Illinois Equal Pay Act, this posting includes the good faith, budgeted pay scale and general description of benefits that the employer reasonably expects to offer a successful, qualified applicant for this position as of the date of this posting with future pay and benefits subject to change based on employment conditions including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and experience; performance; shift(s) worked; hours worked; department or business line; geographic location; and other market conditions in accordance with company policies and the at-will nature of this employment opportunity.
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online on our careersite at https://careers.wlfoods.com/.
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