Refrigeration & HVAC Technician - 1st Shift

Beyond Meat, Inc., otherwise known as Beyond The Plant Protein Company™, is a plant protein company offering a portfolio of plant-based products made from simple ingredients without GMOs, no added hormones or antibiotics, and 0mg of cholesterol per serving. Founded in 2009, Beyond Meat’s core products are designed to have the same taste and texture as animal-based meat while being better for people and the planet.

The Company’s brand promise, Eat What You Love®, represents a strong belief that there is a better way to feed our future and that the positive choices we all make, no matter how small, can have a great impact on our personal health and the health of our planet. By shifting from animal-based protein to plant-based protein, we can positively impact four growing global issues: human health, climate change, constraints on natural resources and animal welfare.

Job Description

Beyond Meat is focused on raising the bar on talent. We are dedicated to shaping an inclusive culture that drives excellence, innovation, and results by enabling talent acceleration and development, engagement, and the employee experience. The Maintenance Team is a matrix organization within Beyond Meat that is dedicated to creating food products that are leading the gold standard in plant-based proteins. They are looking for an outstanding individual to join the team located in Devault, PA as a Refrigeration & HVAC Technician.

This position will be responsible for providing general mechanical and electrical maintenance and upkeep of the equipment and building related to commercial HVAC. Other tasks include working with production to increase efficiencies and reduce downtime, providing preventative maintenance , and assist with completing work orders.

TASKS, DUTIES, & GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Installing, maintaining and repairing ventilation and air conditioning systems and equipment

Diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults on all HVAC systems , including defrosting evaporators.

Test setups for air or gas leaks using specialized pressure gauges.

Check refrigerant levels and recharge systems according to SOP’s and environmental guidelines . While recovering and storing refrigerants safely to comply with EPA guidelines .

Experience in welding, brazing and soldering piping.

Identifying maintenance risks on equipment

Cleaning, adjusting, and repairing condenser and evaporator coils .

Performing emergency repairs promptly and efficiently

Ensuring compliance with OSHA guidelines

Responsible for all equipment for manufacturing, distributing, and maintaining safe quality food by following good manufacturing practices, food defense, HACCP, SQ F requirements, and HVAC temp eratures

Maintain maintenance standards for efficiencies, continuous improvement, safety, and quality

Responsible for maintaining and servicing production equipment, completing work orders, and documenting activities

Maximize OEE, fulfilling preventative and predictive maintenance programs, root cause analysis, BBSO’s, and driving corrective actions

Setup and operate various power tools and equipment

Troubleshooting skills both in electrical and mechanical

Participating in Energy efficiency / cost saving projects

Operating powered industrial equipment (forklifts, scissor lifts, cherry pickers, etc.)

Operating exhaust and ventilation systems, along with maintaining pressure dependent areas

Adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, and security .

Performs other duties, as assigned, and follows through on requests in a timely manner

Supervisory Duties

None

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Technical Skills, and/or Previous Experience:

High school diploma, GED or suitable equivalent

5+ years experience as an HVAC technician, and willingness to continue education in HVAC field

Possess a Type 4 U niversal EPA certification

Valid driver's license

Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration , and heating

Proficient in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols

Ammonia experience a plus.

Other qualifications:

Sheet metal fabrication; welding (TIG, MIG, Stick experience needed); soldering

Arc flashing training / OSHA knowledge

CMMS software knowledge

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Proficient in reading schematics and work plans

Knowledge/experience in food/beverage manufacturing facility

Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice

Work flexible shifts as required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Warehouse and production manufacturing environment that includes both tempered and ambient areas.

The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position requires the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, step, balance, crouch, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs., reach above shoulders, or as needed to complete tasks.

Must be able to occasionally climb stairs or a ladder to complete tasks.

Position located in a mix of production and office environments and requires a tolerance for consistent cold work environments (-10-40˚ F), high worker traffic, loud noises, odors, dust, and varying room temperatures.

This position will be required to visit the production floor, refrigerated and frozen storage, and warehouses.

Require d to work outside in external temperatures from below freezing to extreme heat, including external weather conditions.

The starting hourly base pay for this role starts at USD $38.00 per hour. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits.

Beyond The Plant Protein Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Beyond Meat reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

For all U.S. based roles: Applicants must be authorized to work for a U.S. employer. E-Verify is used to validate employment eligibility. This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship at this time.