Boiler and Refrigeration Supervisor

McCain Foods Limited was founded in 1957 by brothers, Harrison and Wallace McCain, with the production facility opening in their hometown of Florenceville, New Brunswick, Canada. Since its humble beginnings, McCain Foods has become one of the world's largest manufacturers of frozen French fries and potato specialties.

The B&R Supervisor is responsible for the efficient maintenance and operation of the boilers, air system, fire system, and refrigeration equipment at the optimal operating level for each piece of equipment. Additionally, the B&R Supervisor is responsible to oversee all activities related to steam generation or freezing the product. The B&R Supervisor will accomplish this by directing, coordinating, and planning the work and activities of the B&R Department personnel.

• Optimize performance of all boilers, air system, fire system, and refrigeration equipment.
• Manage the Process Safety Management (PSM) Program for the facility, which includes maintaining all documentation, providing periodic training, and continuously working to improve the process.
• Maintain and progressively improve the B&R Department’s preventive maintenance program to maximize the operation and reliability of the equipment.
• Prepare and control B&R Department’s budget within assigned guidelines.
• Oversee the operation of the energy recovery systems for the plant to ensure the maximum energy recovery for the facility.
• Inspect, repair, and provide fire protection to all plant facilities.
• Inspect, repair, and meet all air requirements for the plant facilities.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as McCain Foods policies and procedures.
• Assist with capital projects for the steam, air, and refrigeration systems for the plant to ensure installation is done at the highest level of quality and within budget.
• Participate in continuous improvement process as a member of the leadership team. This includes taking an active role in process improvement initiatives, safety programs, employee training, root cause failure analysis, and upgrading personal skill level.
• Available for consultation during all hours of factory production, and requires the ability to work flexible days and hours as needed.
• Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and training to B&R personnel.
• Implement training programs for department personnel to ensure the safest and most efficient methods of operation.
• Frequent and continuous communication with B&R personnel with regard to any information, policy, procedure, or change that may affect them.
• Manage and direct the HAZMAT Team for the entire facility.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Extensive understanding, knowledge of, and experience with PSM programs.
• General understanding and working knowledge of factory operations, including but not limited to raw product receiving, processing, packaging, freezing, waste treatment, environmental operations, boiler operations, etc., and specifically, the impact each of these areas has on factory performance.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with CMMS – SAP experience preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Required Length & Type of Experience:

• Three to five years of experience in ammonia refrigeration, boiler operation, and project management; and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Prior experience and training with emergency response plans and procedures.