Job Title:
Ammonia Refrigeration Manager

Company: BJ's Wholesale Club

Location: Elkton, MD

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a collaborative and inclusive environment where all team members can learn, grow and be their authentic selves. Together, we're committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on the products and services they need for their families and homes. The Benefits of working at BJ's•        BJ's pays weekly•        Generous time off programs to support busy lifestyles*                       o Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty•        Benefit plans for your changing needs*                      o Three medical plans**, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Health Savings  Account (HSA), two dental plans, flexible spending*eligibility requirements vary by position**medical plans vary by locationJob Title:   Ammonia Refrigeration Manager Job Summary   To maintain Ammonia Refrigeration equipment and perform maintenance activities for buildings and equipment to support facility operations.  Ammonia Refrigeration Manager is responsible for the Plants Ammonia System and ensuring all Compliance and Safety concerns are met per the EPSM. The Ammonia Refrigeration Manger is responsible for Training, Scheduling and Managing Refrigeration Tech and to ensure Ammonia Refrigeration Tech meets all requirements and safety training to ensure Ammonia System meets and performs for buildings. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key AccountabilitiesComplete proper and timely preventative maintenance to ensure equipment andsystems in the ammonia refrigeration system (such as compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves, purge's, etc.) operate efficiently, properly, andsafely while also minimizing down time. Replace defective refrigeration equipment as needed.Control the equipment temperature set points to accommodate the needs of ourcustomers and maintain the integrity of the product.Maintain control of the water treatment system and associated chemicalsEnsure all paperwork and reports are accurate, completed on time and meets         OSHA and EPA regulatory requirementsMonitor third party maintenance vendors working near or with ammoniarefrigeration system to ensure compliance with company, OSHA, and EPAsafety policiesPerform ammonia and oil sampling for analysis on regular scheduleTrain team members on ammonia leak and spill procedures, coaching thoseteam members who require additional training to meet the standardParticipate in leak and spill drills to meet requirementsActively participate in Emergency Response planning for locationInspect, test and calibrate ammonia detection system as neededQualifications/Experience/EducationEducation - High school diploma or GED. College coursework, continuingtechnical education or comparable business experience, documented electricalcertification experience 480/ 3 phase and control voltage preferred/Minimum 3-5 years Ammonia Refrigeration experience requiredKnowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), or ability to receive in-housePSM training within 90 days requiredCertified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) Level 1 certification fromRefrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA) or RefrigerationOperator Class 1 license or ability to obtain within 1yr of hire requiredKnowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)Must be able to Supervise a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.Job ConditionsIndependently lift up to 40 lbs frequently and 60 lbs occasionallyAble to sit, stand, walk bend, squat on a frequent to continual basis in arefrigerated warehouse environmentAble to grasp, reach, push or pull (such as boxes of product, or a hand truck) ona frequent basisAble to step up onto and down from equipment as required by task (such asforklift, reach truck, etc.)Endurance for continuous, fast paced workMust be able to pass respirator fit test, wear respirator and may be required towear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) if authorized & trainedAble to adjust to fluctuating temperatures and withstand freezing temperaturesas low as -20 degrees FahrenheitAbility to work in a noisy warehouse environmentAbility to work at elevated heights while wearing PPE (Personal ProtectiveEquipment) for the job (such as fall protection harnesses)Able to work while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)for the job (such as steel-toed protective footwear, harness, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, insulated clothing, etc)Ability to handle and physically be near products which may contain foodallergens (such as fish, shellfish, peanuts, etc.)Ability to utilize equipment for the job (such as computers, cell phone, handheldtrackers, copiers, scanners, printers, etc. In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ's Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is starting from $78,000.00.