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Refrigeration Tech II - 2nd Shift

North East, Pennsylvania
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Job ID 26-2619 Date posted May. 06, 2026 Category Manufacturing Jobs
Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food.  Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!  

We are hiring a Refrigeration Mechanic I in our Westfield, New York location. This position is on 2nd Shift and the hours are 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, with frequent weekends. 

Responsibilities:

  • Perform thorough daily inspections and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems, including air conditioners, compressors, evaporators, and boilers, ensuring proper lubrication, coolant levels, airflow, and defrost cycles.
  • Execute complex repairs and complete overhauls on refrigeration equipment; isolate and service ammonia systems, replace valves and pumps, reset compressors, and calibrate temperature probes and CO2 monitors.
  • Install, replace, and maintain motors, pumps, switches, safety controls, solenoids, and fuses across refrigeration areas, while managing refrigeration parts inventory and maintaining accurate maintenance records.
  • Assist with setup, teardown, fabrication, and installation of plant equipment; support major repairs and construction for plant buildings and stationary machinery.
  • Comply with all facility safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Respiratory Protection, and Fall Protection; participate in Hazmat training and team activities to ensure a safe work environment.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED; two-year degree in a specialized maintenance trade preferred.
  • 2+ years of related refrigeration maintenance experience, including knowledge of boilers and ammonia compressors.
  • Ability to safely use air-purifying respirators (APR), Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and obtain Hazmat certification.
  • Advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance skills; ability to obtain necessary licenses such as boiler and forklift certifications. (CARO is a big plus!)
  • Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. and committed to following all company, local, state, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position starts at $26.89per hour. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of CJ Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.

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