Fruit Preservation Expert

Our team at Wawona Frozen Foods is looking for a talented Refrigeration Operator to join us in our mission to deliver superior quality, value, and service to our customers. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring that our refrigeration equipment is running smoothly and efficiently. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, and contribute to the success of our company.

As a Refrigeration Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining our refrigeration systems, performing routine maintenance tasks, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. You will also work closely with our department lead or supervisor to ensure that all systems are running properly and that our quality standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth.
• Empowered to notify and/or act in response to any issues or concerns within the scope of work.
• Wears all the required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• 3+ years' work experience in refrigeration for a food or similar manufacturing facility
• RETA I or RETA II preferred
• Intermediate Ammonia system knowledge, including ability to do assessments, troubleshooting, fixing, and maintaining the ammonia system under some guidance for critical jobs.

Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, employer-paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and voluntary life, cafeteria 125 flexible spending and dependent care accounts. We also offer Wawona Wednesdays, End of Season Appreciation Events, T-shirts, and Hats, and the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact while being your unique, authentic self at work.

The estimated salary for this position is $77,250 per year, based on a 40-hour workweek and assuming an average annual wage increase.

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