Cargill · 2 days ago
Industrial Refrigeration Technician
Lake Odessa, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28.50/hr - $41/hr
3+ years expCargill is a global company committed to safe and sustainable food solutions. They are seeking an Industrial Refrigeration Technician to maintain ammonia refrigeration systems and ensure compliance with safety audits while supporting the plant's operational needs.
AgricultureFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingMeat and Poultry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain ammonia refrigeration system and training: Chemical testing and treatment of the evaporative condenser water
Perform daily monitoring of the system through walk arounds and trend graphs
Optimize ammonia operations through the use of the Logix system
Oversee of training for Maintenance techs to build and maintain operator levels
Writing and review of task procedures, PM’s and SOP’s for operation of equipment and system
Support in PSM compliance audits
Maintain Plant equipment and other work: Maintain PIT license
Display knowledge of the boiler system. Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems and provide follow-up
Work with supervisor/production to promote quality and yield improvements
Complete schedule daily work
Assist in wastewater operation when needed
Work on air compressor systems and HVAC equipment as needed
Complete necessary documentation related to completion of Work Orders and applicable PSM Elements
Any other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship
Must be able to work in the US without an humanitarian Parole status related to Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua or Venezuela which is subject to the Federal Register Notice of revocation by DHS on March 25, 2025
Must be 18 years or older
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Understanding of Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration systems
Have the Ammonia Refrigeration Systems Certification – Operator Level 1
Able to wear a full face breathing respirator mask
Willing to be a part of the Hazmat team
Have at least 3 years industrial maintenance experience
Have a strong electrical & mechanical aptitude
Ability to read & interpret blueprints or other forms of engineering drawings
Ability to read & interpret detail blueprints, P&IDs, single-lines, ladder logic and wiring schematics
Possess an extremely strong personal safety philosophy, able to follow all safety policies & procedures, seek out & correct unsafe conditions
Ability to understand and learn Evaporative Condenser water chemistry
Able to work weekends as needed
Preferred
Computer literacy and eagerness to learn SAP/PPE systems
Maintenance experience in a food processing environment
Understanding of waste water system
HVAC System Experience
Boiler Experience
Compressed Air Systems Operating Experience
Able to effectively use typical test and calibration equipment including , RTD calibrators, digital multi-meters, 4to 20 ma calibration unit, etc
Ability to troubleshoot 480 VAC 3-phase motor controls , 120 VAC and 24VDC control circuits
Benefits
$2 shift differential (2:00pm – 6:00am)
$3.00/hr Weekly Perfect Attendance Bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Company
Cargill
Cargill provides agricultural, food, bioindustrial, and risk management solutions across global supply chains and manufacturing sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
National Safety Council
2025-06-25Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Brian Sikes
Board Chair and CEO
David MacLennan
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2026-01-05
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