McCain
Appleton, WI
Shift: Regular - Full-Time
Position Title: Functional Area Specialist - Ammonia Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade: 9C Requisition ID: 42789 In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. About the role . What you’ll be doing. The Functional Area Specialist – Compressed Air & Electrical Distribution is responsible for the care, maintenance, and continued operability of the production support (Ammonia Refrigeration, Water Utilities, HVAC, and support utilities) equipment in accordance with quality specifications, federal guidelines and company policies. As the primary point of contact for the ammonia refrigeration system, this person performs in-depth preventative maintenance and necessary repairs to the ammonia refrigeration system and is responsible for training and support of the other FAS Utility Technicians. Y our day-to-day may consist of: Perform preventive and daily maintenance checks on plant utility equipment, ensuring adherence to safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices. Serve as a technical lead, overseeing the work of Specialist and Technician mechanics, and providing necessary training. Maintain accountability for all assigned equipment and tools, coordinating repair parts purchase with Utilities Supervisor approval. Communicate maintenance issues effectively with the Utilities team and management, and be available off shift for emergency repairs. Achieve required HVAC certifications promptly, and safely operate ladders, forklifts, pallet jacks, man lifts, and similar equipment. This position will work Day Shift (6:30AM-2:30PM) Monday-Friday. This role works in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration throughout various facility areas. This role also regularly engages in prolonged standing, walking, communicating, and sensory tasks throughout each shift, while frequently handling objects, climbing, balancing, and performing various physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling as part of job duties. The use of close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus is required. What you’ll need to be successful. High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree in a related field preferred. In lieu of a degree, a RETA CIRO Certification and/or 5+ years of experience as an ammonia refrigeration operator, technician, and/or specialist is required. Must be of Maintenance & Utility Technician and/or Functional Area Specialist level. Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles. Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data. Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English. Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping. Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work. Demonstrates adaptability, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations. Benefits of the role . Competitive hourly rate Insurance day ONE of employment 401k match up to 6% PTO, holiday pay, wellness days Maternity/paternity leave Set schedule/overtime allowances Education reimbursement About McCain . Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles . At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results. The McCain experience . We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together. Compensation Package : - Starting at 46.96 USD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vaca