Ammonia NH3 Technician - 1st Shift

Company Overview

Echo Lake Foods is a leading manufacturer of ready‑to‑eat egg products and breakfast foods, including waffles, pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, omelets, and egg patties. The company serves major retail, foodservice, and national restaurant customers across the United States. Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Burlington, Wisconsin, Echo Lake Foods operates multiple production facilities throughout the Midwest and is known for quality, innovation, and strong customer partnerships. In 2025, the company was acquired by Cal‑Maine Foods, Inc., the largest producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs in the United States, expanding resources, capabilities, and career opportunities for employees.

Position Summary

The Ammonia (NH₃) Maintenance Mechanic ensures the safe and efficient operation of Echo Lake Foods’ industrial ammonia refrigeration and utility systems. The role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in compliance with IIAR standards, PSM/RMP programs, and company safety policies. Ideal candidates have solid technical expertise, a proactive mindset, and experience in food or industrial manufacturing environments.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with one weekend day every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, compressors, condensers, and controls.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance per PSM/RMP and IIAR standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues; respond promptly to alarms.
• Conduct daily inspections and maintain required documentation.
• Support PSM/RMP compliance, audits, and safety training.
• Assist with plant utilities (boilers, air compressors, HVAC, water systems).
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to ensure system reliability.
• Follow all safety policies, including LOTO, confined‑space entry, and chemical handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 3+ years of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience.
• RETA CIRO/CARO certification strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PSM/RMP, IIAR, and refrigeration best practices.
• Ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, mechanical repair, and CMMS use.
• Comfortable working in cold, wet, or confined environments and lifting up to 50 lb.

Work Environment

This is a hands‑on industrial role within a refrigerated food production setting. Technicians may work in cold or wet conditions and must comply with all PPE and safety standards.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Free life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Free uniforms
• Company contributes 3 % of base pay in company stock—regardless of employee contribution