• Job Description

  Req#: 25-3319

  Description

  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 seeking a skilled and motivated Refrigeration/Amonnia Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of critical building systems at our food manufacturing facilities in the Houston, TX area—including locations in Pasadena and Deer Park . In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliable and efficient performance of all refrigeration and HVAC, including ammonia compressor operations . If you have strong technical expertise and a passion for operational excellence in a manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

  Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the operation, maintenance, and compliance of all plant refrigeration (ammonia) and HVAC systems.
  • Lead, develop, and manage a team of skilled Technicians, ensuring staffing, training, safety, and performance align with production goals.
  • Ensure compliance with PSM, HazMat, OSHA, Lockout/Tagout, and all local, state, and federal safety/environmental regulations, while promoting a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Direct maintenance activities that support production efficiency, including equipment installation, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor and report on key operational metrics such as safety, production uptime, maintenance cost, and asset management, ensuring goals are met at the lowest cost.
  • Drive process improvement and cost-effective solutions through Lean Manufacturing practices (TPM, TPS) and active participation in capital planning and project execution.

  Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 8+ years of related experience with industrial ammonia maintenance management.
  • Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and collaborating with corporate partners. Certifications such as CMRP, Six Sigma, or Lean are a plus.
  • Strong technical expertise in ammonia refrigeration and PSM.
  • Experience in food manufacturing and familiarity with USDA/FDA regulations preferred.
  • SAP experience is beneficial.

  Compensation and Benefits:

  The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 15% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. 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 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.

  Qualifications

  Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

  Years of Related Experience: 8-10 years of related experience.

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must possess management/supervisory experience. Must have technical expertise inelectrical, hydraulics, PSM and ammonia systems. CMRP, Six Sigma, Lean Certifications Preferred. Prior experience infood manufacturing with exposure to USDA/FDA regulations strongly recommended. Ability to manage up to corporatepartners. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, andprocedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to interpret a variety ofinstructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to calculate financial figures (productcosting, standards) and equipment performance. Intermediate personal computer skills including Microsoft Office. SAPexperience beneficial. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees and upper management. Ability toeffectively manage employees.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and perform physical activities,including lifting (up to 50 lbs.), bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, and other activities as needed. Ability tostand and walk on concrete for long periods of time; Ability to work in cold and/or hot temperatures for long periodsof time. Ability to understand simple instructions, training materials, and product labeling. Ability to performbasic math functions. Able to work quickly and efficiently with hands, continuously reaching and performingrepetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions. Ability to work as a team and interact professionally with co-workers.

  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

• About the company

  Schwan's Company, formerly known as The Schwan Food Company, is a privately owned company under CJ CheilJedang with approximately 12,000 employees.

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