Chief Operating Engineer

Pay or shift range: $87,016 CAD to $104,419 CADThe estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.Description
Joining Nortera Foods Inc. means joining a team that grows together!As the North American leader of ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable foods.Nortera Foods Inc. produces major private and retail brands and markets it owns such as Arctic Gardens and Del Monte.Why choose Nortera:Competitive hourly wage with weekly pay cycle;
Awarded annual bonus program;
Complete range of socialbenefits and employee assistance program (EAP);
Possibly of contributingto an RPP with employer contributions;
Reimbursement for tuition and physical activity;
Environment that fosterslearning and professional development;
Opportunities to work oninspiring projects in a growing company!Nortera Foods Inc. in Tecumseh, ON is currently looking for a highly motivated, energetic individual to join our team as a Chief Operating Engineer. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, installation, and continuous improvement of all powerhouse components, including refrigeration and steam systems. This individual will ensure compliance with TSSA requirements, environmental legislation, and all applicable health & safety and food safety standards. The Chief Operating Engineer will also lead and support a team of Operating Engineers, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure all operations for the Boiler and Refrigeration plants are within factory and regulatory requirementsSupervise the operation of Boiler and Refrigeration plants to maximize safety, efficiencies of labor, materials, and energyEstablish the benchmark for safety practices and exemplify leadership through actionAssume the role of a leader in plant energy management excellenceSupervise, develop and train the team of Operating EngineersLiaison between this facility and the TSSA governing authority of the provinceMaintain a safe and efficient refrigeration and boiler system operation utilizing a computerized maintenance systemContinuously improve Boiler and Refrigeration systems while cooperating with maintenance and engineeringWorking around ammonia is expected;
experience working within a refrigerated environment is vitalOversee the Operation, trouble-shooting and maintenance of equipment which include but is not limited to: NH3 refrigeration, distribution of steam, HVAC systems, compressed air, and city water distributionResponding to calls and addressing problems, including overseeing maintenance and electrical work as neededWorking Monday to Friday on day shift, being available 24/7 on call to address any work issuesSupervising and coordinating contractorsParticipating as a member of Emergency Response Team and First Aid teamAssume the role of Radiation Safety Officer on siteOther duties as may be assignedKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES5 years of previous experience in the safe operation, repair and maintenance of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems required.5 years of previous experience in the safe operation, repair and maintenance of a Natural Gas Fired Steam Boiler system required.Post-secondary degree or diploma in Power Engineering requiredValid Second Class Standardized Power Engineering certificateMechanical knowledge, including repair, treatment, maintenance and troubleshooting of large ammonia refrigeration systems, and boiler systemsComputer knowledge, including computer maintenance system and energy monitoring interfacesExcellent interpersonal skills, and ability to lead and work in a team environmentSound knowledge of operating engineer practices in a food manufacturing environmentExperience at leading Continuous Improvement and Change within a Lean EnvironmentDemonstrated problem solving and analytical skillsStanding, sitting, walking, climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning, pulling/pushing, reaching, hand/eye coordination, finger/wrist dexterity, grasping/pinching, lifting up to 50 lbs.Specific vision abilities are required by this job to include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Normal office environmentExtended exposure to cold environmentExposure to extreme/seasonal temperaturesExposure to chemicals or solventsWork near moving mechanical partsThe annual salary range for this position is $87,016 -$104,419 annual (Depending on prior experience and qualifications).This job posting relates to a current vacancy within Nortera. Although all job applications are considered, only successful applicants will be contacted. The use of masculine gender could have been used without discrimination and only for the purpose of lightening the text. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from a wide variety of candidates in order to staff a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities in which we operateQualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Functional Expert
: Considered a thought leader on a subjectTeam Player
: Works well as a member of a groupDedicated
: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivations
Preferred
Goal Completion
: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksFlexibility
: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsEducation
Required
Some college or better.Experience
Required
5 years:
Mechanical knowledge, including repair, treatment, maintenance and troubleshooting of large ammonia refrigeration systems and boiler systems5 years:
Previous experience in the safe operation, repair and maintenance of a Natural Gas Fired Steam Boiler system required.5 years:
Previous experience in the safe operation, repair and maintenance of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems required.
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