Ammonia Refrigeration Systems Supervisor

Jobot

Vernon, CA

Pay: $48-$67/hr

[Source: LinkedIn]

Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page! Job details: Ammonia Refrigeration Systems Manager This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year A bit about us: Embarking on a humble journey as a poultry farm supplying local supermarkets, this visionary enterprise has blossomed into a thriving multimillion-dollar food processing business. Starting with a modest family workforce of five, they have soared to new heights, becoming pioneers in the realm of processed and value-added meats. Today, the their products encompasses an impressive array of offerings, including Beef, Pork, Lamb, Veal, and an enticing selection of freshly prepared meals and marinated meats. To bolster their success, a dynamic team of leaders, boasting extensive food industry and CPG expertise, was carefully assembled to steer towards greatness. While scaling new horizons, the company remains steadfast to its core values and principles, forging a name synonymous with quality and excellence. Now, we grace supermarket shelves not only in California, the Pacific Northwest, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas, with expansion goals throughout the United States. With a relentless commitment to growth and innovation, this poultry farm turned industry leader is poised to redefine the culinary landscape and continue their remarkable legacy as a beacon of food excellence. Why join us? Annual Bonus Incentives 401(k) matching Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance Job Details We are seeking an experienced Ammonia Systems Manager to oversee the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of our industrial refrigeration systems. This individual will be responsible for managing all aspects of ammonia refrigeration, regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, contractor oversight, emergency response planning, and continuous improvement initiatives within a food manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience operating and maintaining two-stage ammonia refrigeration systems, ammonia compressors, and facilities regulated under CalARP/PSM programs. Key Responsibilities Manage the daily operation, maintenance, and optimization of ammonia refrigeration systems. Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, CalARP, and local regulatory requirements. Lead mechanical integrity, preventive maintenance, and reliability programs. Oversee ammonia compressors, condensers, evaporators, vessels, pumps, and refrigeration controls. Develop and maintain emergency response procedures and training programs. Coordinate inspections, audits, and regulatory reporting activities. Manage outside contractors and refrigeration service providers. Troubleshoot refrigeration issues and implement corrective actions. Maintain refrigeration documentation, SOPs, P&IDs, and operating procedures. Support capital projects, system upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with food safety and USDA requirements. Provide leadership to refrigeration operators and maintenance personnel. Required Qualifications 5+ years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience. Experience managing or leading ammonia refrigeration programs in an industrial environment. Strong understanding of two-stage ammonia systems. Experience operating and troubleshooting ammonia compressors. Experience with systems containing less than 10,000 lbs of ammonia. Working knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP requirements. Experience participating in or managing mechanical integrity programs. Knowledge of refrigeration controls, valves, compressors, vessels, and safety devices. Experience developing PM programs and troubleshooting refrigeration issues. Ability to manage regulatory inspections and audits. Preferred Qualifications Experience with CalARP programs, preferably within California manufacturing facilities. Experience in the City of Vernon or similar heavily regulated environments. Experience with Freon systems (R-22, R-404A, R-407A, R-422A, R-507, R-134a, or similar refrigerants). RETA Certification: CARO (Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator) CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator) CRST (Certified Refrigeration Service Technician) CRES (Certified Refrigeration Energy Specialist) Provisional or Certified Refrigeration Technician GCAP certifications are also highly desirable. IIAR training and certifications preferred. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender ide