Refrigeration Mechanic

COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​


POSITION OVERVIEW
Refrigeration Mechanic – Wellston, OH
Up to $37.85 per hour
Starting pay $26.85 to $37.85 per hour (This pay range is based on a pay-for-skills program and is not based on experience)
Additional $0.25 per hour for hours worked on 2nd or 3rd shift
Annual negotiated increases
8-hour shifts
Why Join Our Team
Our manufacturing facility in Wellston, OH, is the heart of Totino’s! It’s the only place in the world where Totino’s pizza and pizza rolls are made. At our plant, we cultivate a strong culture of support, where employees are always ready to lend a hand to those in need. To show our appreciation, we host regular company events and dinners, along with a week-long employee appreciation celebration every summer.
What We Have to Offer
Up to $37.85 per hour
Starting pay $26.85 to $37.85 per hour (This pay range is based on a pay-for-skills program and is not based on experience)
Additional $0.25 per hour for hours worked on 2nd or 3rd shift
Annual negotiated increases
Pay for Skills Program available to get to maximum pay
Vacation and personal days available in the first year
401(k) match
Health Insurance – including medical, dental and life
And much more!
Your Work Schedule and Shift Information
8-hour shifts
2nd shift : 2:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends and holidays
Plant operation is 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
As part of our manufacturing team, you will:
Create high quality foods that are eaten EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDE
Use TECHNOLOGY in an industry-leading facility
Work with HIGH-LEVEL operators on EXPERIENCED teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers WILLING TO LEARN and get paid doing it
Challenge yourself to get the JOB DONE RIGHT and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunity
Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
Provide technical support and plant leadership for equipment troubleshooting and equipment modifications
Maintain facility equipment supporting production
Perform both uptime and down time preventative maintenance in adherence to the Master PM schedule
Perform correction maintenance work orders
Perform daily rounds/checks of ammonia system
Troubleshoot pump recirculating systems and liquid transfer systems
Train others on Utilities systems such as engine room, freezers, etc.
Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives in order to increase platform performance
Report unsafe conditions to plant safety personnel
Assist with training new employees as needed
Attend meetings and trainings as required
Perform additional related tasks as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Technical degree in industrial maintenance or related field
Continuing education in maintenance/technical skills
Computer Maintenance Management Systems experience
Priority will be given to those possessing a current HazMat Technician Level Emergency Response Certificate and/or CIRO or CARO Certification through RETA
Demonstrated leadership ability
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including: standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces
Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net and gloves when required
Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment
Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions
Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery
Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment


ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)​
General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.


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