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Job Description
At CJ Schwan's , we don't just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith's® . Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. Our brand-new, nearly 400,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD , is taking shape — and we're ramping up hiring for key roles. This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up . We're building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together. Relocation assistance available. Join Our Team as a Sr Refrigeration/Ammonia and Utilities Manager!
What You Will Do:
Lead and manage the operation, maintenance, and reliability of plant utility systems, including ammonia refrigeration (PSM), compressed air, boilers, steam, wastewater, and environmental systems. Direct and develop supervisors, mechanics, and associates to meet production, safety, and cost goals while fostering a team-based, continuous improvement culture. Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA, PSM, LOTO) and maintain a safe, hazard-free workplace. Oversee installation and maintenance of utility and refrigeration equipment, ensuring optimal efficiency, uptime, and quality performance. Drive process improvement, cost reduction, and capital planning initiatives for utility and refrigeration systems. Provide accurate and timely reporting on safety, production, and cost performance while supporting Lean Manufacturing and TPM practices.
What We Look For:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with minimum 10 years of related experience in utilities or 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, PSM, electrical systems, and hydraulics. Experience in food manufacturing and familiarity with
USDA/FDA
regulations preferred.
What We Offer:
The base salary range for this position is $107,000 to $178,000 annually with eligibility for a 20% 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 education, 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. #T3
