Job Details
Refrigeration Supervisor
2026-01-06 Triumph Foods Saint Joseph,MO
Description:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Must have a High School Diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution and 2 - 3 years of experience in a meat processing facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE:
Must have knowledge and skills in the technologies of Anhydrous Ammonia, electrical systems, electronic systems, microprocessors, mechanical systems (e.g., production/process refrigeration boilers, HVAC hydraulics, and pneumatics), and computerized maintenance management systems. Working knowledge of food plant production and processing equipment is preferred. Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety knowledge of PSM & OSHA safety regulations, EPA regulations, USDA, and sanitation standards preferred. Must have previous supervisor experience-basic PC skills, including expertise with MS Office and Outlook.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Must obtain Ammonia OP1/OP2/OP3 (TECH 1)/PSM certifications and maintain them, renewed every three (3) years. CIRO- Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator preferred and renewed yearly after having 2 years of machine room experience, requires 25 CEU every three (3) years. CRES - Certified Refrigeration Energy Specialist or ability to obtain.
OP1 is achievable after 1 year of service plus a four-day course and an exam, but does not need maintained after obtaining OP2.
OP2 is achievable after 2 years of service and, after being sponsored by a supervisor, attending a four-day course, and taking an exam. Does not need maintained once OP3 is obtained.
OP3 is achievable after 3 years of service and, after being sponsored by a supervisor, attending a four-day course, and taking an exam.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Strong written and oral communication skills - speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listens for understanding. Strong interpersonal skills - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must effectively communicate with USDA, production, and management personnel.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to identify issues and potential solutions, analyze options, advocate, and negotiate for options most consistent with construction job objectives. Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency. Ability to identify deficient work and provide resolution. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to use computers and all standard programs the industry uses, learn, and effectively use any other programs that are or will be made available. It may be required to be clean-shaven if trained and required to use a respirator. Must be capable and willing to work any shift and be on 24-hour emergency calls. Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain the process, encompassing everything from continuous improvement to new process implementation. Inspire people to deliver our mission and Vision, demonstrate a passion for the business, and give people a reason to believe anything is possible. Develop self and support others' development to achieve full potential. Demonstrates curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunity. Makes bold decisions/recommendations. Understands the upstream and downstream implications of his/her work. Tracks and shares external trends, best practices, or ideas. Has high-performance standards. Outperforms her/his peers. Bring solutions instead of problems. Challenges the status quo. Has the courage to take an unpopular stance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee must sit; use hands to finger; handle or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear, taste, and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment would normally be an office-type setting but may require trips through the entire facility (including climate extremes) and external locations.
DISCLAIMER:
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of the general responsibilities and requirements necessary to be successful. Triumph may, in its discretion, modify or revise the position description in order to meet the company's changing business needs.
EEO/AA INFORMATION:
Triumph is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.
SUMMARY:
This role directly supervises 2-3 staff members focused exclusively on maintaining an ammonia refrigeration system. The refrigeration Supervisor ensures that all refrigeration activities and operations are conducted promptly and fluidly and that all facility systems are appropriately functioning. Follow all standard operating procedures of the plant.
YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 18 TO WORK AT TRIUMPH FOODS. Triumph Foods only employs individuals who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18 your application will not be considered.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position supervises personnel who perform and maintain equipment regarding the plant's needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following: Other duties may be assigned.
- Responsible for conducting yourself and ensuring your subordinates conduct themselves consistent with Triumph Foods company mission, values, code of ethics policies, and other standards of conduct.
- Lead a team of subordinates and delegating work functions to them.
- Plan and organize work shifts for the timely completion of all engine room activities.
- Inspect all refrigeration processes and evaluate the work of subordinates.
- Maintain proper shift cycles for refrigeration activities.
- Coordinate all work processes with other internal departments of the organization.
- Contact and coordinate external service agencies as appropriate to schedule refrigeration repair work and ensure timely and effective work order completion.
- Supervise, train, and develop subordinates in technical maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and repairing ammonia refrigeration equipment, including vessels, evaporators, condensers, pumps, motors, compressors, valves, and other refrigeration equipment.
- Confer with operators, observe, test, and evaluate the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose the cause of malfunctions.
- Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs. Ensure all ammonia safety equipment is up to date.
- Perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required by PSM schedules.
- Be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and examining refrigeration systems
- Comply with Safety Programs to ensure the protection of employees and property.
- Ensure the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to bump caps, safety glasses/goggles, face shields, earplugs, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety shoes or rubber boots.
- Comply with all plant policies and the Occupational Safety and Health Rules (OSHA) while conducting refrigeration processes.
- Comply with the EPA's Risk Management Program Regulation of a hazardous chemical facility (Process Safety Management, System Management, Hazard Assessment, Emergency Response program, Risk Management Plans, Hazard Analysis, and Offsite Consequence strategies).
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Must have a High School Diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution and 2 - 3 years of experience in a meat processing facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE:
Must have knowledge and skills in the technologies of Anhydrous Ammonia, electrical systems, electronic systems, microprocessors, mechanical systems (e.g., production/process refrigeration boilers, HVAC hydraulics, and pneumatics), and computerized maintenance management systems. Working knowledge of food plant production and processing equipment is preferred. Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety knowledge of PSM & OSHA safety regulations, EPA regulations, USDA, and sanitation standards preferred. Must have previous supervisor experience-basic PC skills, including expertise with MS Office and Outlook.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Must obtain Ammonia OP1/OP2/OP3 (TECH 1)/PSM certifications and maintain them, renewed every three (3) years. CIRO- Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator preferred and renewed yearly after having 2 years of machine room experience, requires 25 CEU every three (3) years. CRES - Certified Refrigeration Energy Specialist or ability to obtain.
OP1 is achievable after 1 year of service plus a four-day course and an exam, but does not need maintained after obtaining OP2.
OP2 is achievable after 2 years of service and, after being sponsored by a supervisor, attending a four-day course, and taking an exam. Does not need maintained once OP3 is obtained.
OP3 is achievable after 3 years of service and, after being sponsored by a supervisor, attending a four-day course, and taking an exam.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Strong written and oral communication skills - speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listens for understanding. Strong interpersonal skills - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must effectively communicate with USDA, production, and management personnel.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to apply mathematical applications to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to identify issues and potential solutions, analyze options, advocate, and negotiate for options most consistent with construction job objectives. Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency. Ability to identify deficient work and provide resolution. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to use computers and all standard programs the industry uses, learn, and effectively use any other programs that are or will be made available. It may be required to be clean-shaven if trained and required to use a respirator. Must be capable and willing to work any shift and be on 24-hour emergency calls. Generate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain the process, encompassing everything from continuous improvement to new process implementation. Inspire people to deliver our mission and Vision, demonstrate a passion for the business, and give people a reason to believe anything is possible. Develop self and support others' development to achieve full potential. Demonstrates curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunity. Makes bold decisions/recommendations. Understands the upstream and downstream implications of his/her work. Tracks and shares external trends, best practices, or ideas. Has high-performance standards. Outperforms her/his peers. Bring solutions instead of problems. Challenges the status quo. Has the courage to take an unpopular stance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee must sit; use hands to finger; handle or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear, taste, and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment would normally be an office-type setting but may require trips through the entire facility (including climate extremes) and external locations.
DISCLAIMER:
This position description is not intended, and should not be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended, however, to be an accurate reflection of the general responsibilities and requirements necessary to be successful. Triumph may, in its discretion, modify or revise the position description in order to meet the company's changing business needs.
EEO/AA INFORMATION:
Triumph is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.