At Danone, Manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire an Ammonia Technician based in Dallas Texas to work the night shift from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am on a 2,2,3 schedule.

Danone North America offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.

RESPONSIBILITIES IN THIS ROLE INCLUDE:

• Perform precision mechanical rebuilds. Abilities to take on Field Service Tech work on Ammonia compressors. Must be able to pump down and repair ammonia valves, pumps and all associated equipment.
• Working with and implementing PSM program.
• Repair and Maintain Evapco condensers.
• Repair AC units and Freon charge.
• Maintain door and dock equipment when needed.
• Maintain plate and frame chillers utilizing glycol as cooling agent.
• Support of Glycol systems and its associated equipment.
• Industrial electrical controls support of all ammonia, boiler, air compressors and utilities equipment. This is to include Variable Frequency drives (VFD), Chart Recorders, PID loop control (4-20ma), panel view applications, Flow meters, Power supplies and PLC I/O cards and processors.
• Repair warehouse equipment (dock doors, levelers, stretch wrappers, dock locks, conveyors, large roll up doors, etc.)
• Proficient in use of Mill and Lathe machinery
• Welding as needed.
• Identify and resolve repetitive mechanical failures to include modification and design of failed parts. Recommendation of improvements both electrical and mechanical either by new part sourcing or design.
• Basic use of laptop for PLC logic.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and problem-solving pertaining to air, steam, ammonia, glycol and any equipment pertaining to such.
• Teach advanced mechanical rebuilds on air compressors, boilers, ammonia pumps, ammonia valves, ammonia compressors, PRV valves, Control valves and any other such equipment.
• Must have professional attitude and a Team player.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format with fully complete with all required information.
• Attend and demonstrate knowledge/learnings/application of all training.
• Perform predictive maintenance techniques on equipment to enhance uptime conditions.
• Develop/maintain skills of a SME (subject matter expert) in building systems.
• Executes preventative maintenance as scheduled and other reliability tasks, assist in diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds of machines and any other plant equipment to prevent/repair unplanned downtime/safety risks/normal operation.
• Partner with engineering or others on non-routine repairs and defect handling solutions.
• Utilize root cause analysis thought process to ensure sustainability of corrective actions and/or improvements to drive asset reliability.
• Proficient and diligent use of CMMS system to track maintenance action items.
• Classify breakdowns and analyze gaps in the entire process of design, fabrication, and maintenance of equipment.
• Utilize the continuous improvement mindset and tools to actively participate in identifying and correcting opportunities, improving processes including participation in the creation and documentation of standards, the writing of One Point Lessons, and participation in continuous improvement methodology events.
• Follow QMS, GMPs, and 5s methodology to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area, maintaining audit ready status at all times.
• Adhere to all Pillar Standards and actively participate in Pillar activities including but not limited to assessments, observations, inspections, and recommendations.
• Communicates effectively with all internal and external associates and vendors.
• Supports plant production needs and priorities to achieve plant goals.
• Facilitate, attend and participate in team meetings and programs.
• Demonstrate abilities to perform precise Top-Level mechanical rebuilds.
• Must be able to perform Technical rebuild using manuals, drawings, digital videos, SOPs WITHOUT assistance.
• Mill and Lathe knowledge with demonstrated abilities on equipment.
• Work with Field Service techs to learn technical rebuilds for purpose of training other technicians.

REQUIREMENTS:

Candidate must have and be able to provide the following Qualifications:

• 5+ years working on Ammonia Compressors, Boiler systems, HVAC, and Air Compressors
• Technical degree or apprenticeship
• Required certifications:
• Ammonia Technician 1, 2, 3, Ammonia Technician 1
• Boiler Level 1, 2

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 10+ years in maintenance related Field
• Achieve and maintain required certifications.
• Certification to operate lifts and other required equipment.
• Preferred Candidate Qualifications:
  • 5+ years working on Ammonia Compressors, Boiler systems, HVAC, and Air Compressors
  • Technical degree or apprenticeship

About Us:

At Danone North America, you'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world like Activia, Silk, Two Good, Oikos, evian, and Happy Family. You'll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps in the world, working together to make sure our brands create real benefits for people, communities, and the planet. We have 6,000+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU.

Danone North America doesn't just welcome what makes you unique, we value it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All hires to our team are based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We recruit, employ, train and promote regardless of race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other protected status. Faithful to our values of openness and humanism, all of our employees share in the commitment to engage one another with dignity and respect. http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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