Millwright/Refrigeration B Operator – Night Shift

AnaVation LLC; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A food solutions company is seeking an experienced Ammonia Refrigeration A or B Operator for the night shift. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A valid refrigeration certificate is required along with 2-5 years of experience. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits after a probation period.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits after three-month probation

GRF Pension Program participation

Reduced cost for product purchases

All company PPE provided

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of industrial mechanical or electrical experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Service and perform preventative maintenance on plant services equipment.
• Understanding of food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the building systems' operation, including HVAC and refrigeration.
• Operate and monitor an industrial ammonia refrigeration system.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and maintain records.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Basic welding skills

Knowledge of health & safety regulations

Operation of ammonia refrigeration systems

Education

Valid Refrigeration A or B Operator Certificate

Ontario Millwright or Industrial Electrician License

Job description

Overview

Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain dedicated to both providing a quality work environment for our employees and producing high-quality products for our customers. We are known for the care we take with clients and employees alike.

Seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration A or B Operator for the Night shift at GRF. Preference given to candidates with a valid Millwright 433A or Industrial Electrician 442A certification.

Night shift

10:30PM – 7:30AM, Monday to Friday. Overtime may be required, including weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the building systems' operation, including heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air conditioning.
• Operate/monitor an industrial ammonia refrigeration system.
• Understand and comply with all standard operating procedures and regulated/legislated compliance standards for operating and maintaining an industrial ammonia refrigeration system.
• Work with outside contractors and/or vendors, including fire department and pressure vessel inspectors.
• Perform facility inspections regularly.
• Completion of daily refrigeration system readings and daily logbook records.
• Install, maintain, and repair all plant services-related equipment.
• Provide support to production in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical breakdowns.
• Comply with all safety regulations and food safety standards (e.g., CFIA, TSSA, GMP, HACCP, WHMIS, MSDS).
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and calibration activities; maintain updated records of maintenance and calibration.
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve maintenance operations.
• Promote health and safety in the workplace.
• Complete maintenance reports and logs as required.
• Ensure all plant services equipment is serviced per OEM recommendations.
• Monitor and adjust equipment to lower utility costs.
• Enforce safety, health, contamination and housekeeping policies and procedures to minimize injuries, lost production time, damage, and contamination of products.
• Track building and equipment repairs.
• Ensure the work area is clean and free of hazards.
• Work safely in accordance with legislated and company health and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Valid Refrigeration A or B Operator Certificate with an Ontario Millwright or Industrial Electrician License.
• Basic knowledge of machine shop practices (lathe & milling machines), including basic welding skills.
• 2-5 years of industrial mechanical or electrical experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Service, clean, and perform preventative maintenance and overhaul on plant services-related equipment (e.g., spiral ovens, spiral freezers, air compressors, water softeners, HVAC systems, air makeup units, exhaust fans, water-cooled condensers, heat exchangers, boilers).
• Continually improve equipment function via design improvements.
• Problem-solving and good communication skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety and environmental regulations.
• Adherence to Food Safety Protocols.

Wages and Benefits

• $46.11/hr, plus $4.00/hr premium for working night shift.
• Comprehensive benefits after a three-month probation.
• Option to participate in GRF Pension Program after three-month probation.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Product can be purchased at a reduced cost.
• All company PPE provided.

$46.11 - $50.11 an hour is the general range advertised for this role.

At Sunrise Farms we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the expected new hire salary range provided is derived from a group of like roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on geographical region, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate.