Refrigeration & Plumbing Supervisor

About the role

The Refrigeration & Plumbing Supervisor provides leadership for the daily operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the facility's refrigeration and plumbing systems. This role leads a team of skilled technicians, ensuring preventative maintenance programs are executed safely and effectively while supporting production reliability, food safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop refrigeration and plumbing technicians.
• Plan, assign, and oversee preventative maintenance and corrective work orders.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and food safety regulations.
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis during equipment failures.
• Cook up daily work priorities and labor allocation.
• Facilitate team meetings, performance discussions, and technical training.
• Coordinate contractor and vendor relationships for refrigeration and plumbing projects.
• Monitor department KPIs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and improve standard operating procedures and maintenance practices.
• Support audits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Recommend capital improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications & Competencies

• 2–3 years of supervisory experience in industrial refrigeration (ammonia/Freon) and plumbing.
• Strong knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems.
• RETA Certification or willingness to obtain with company support.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Technician-first, hands-on leadership approach.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience in Lean and 5S principles.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining accountability and safety standards.