Production Equipment & Refrigeration Technician

## Overview **Why Join Diamond Animal Health** Join a company with over 60 years of expertise in advancing animal health solutions. At Diamond Animal Health, we combine deep industry knowledge with precision to deliver excellence in every stage of operations—from research and development to manufacturing and logistics. Our USDA-licensed and FDA-registered facilities, along with global distribution capabilities, position us as a trusted leader in animal health innovation. As part of a team that values collaboration and continuous improvement, you will contribute to a legacy of quality, safety, and innovation that impacts animals worldwide. **Our Benefits** We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and emotional well-being, including: - Competitive pay and generous paid time off - 9 paid holidays and up to 7 weeks of paid parental leave - Health, dental, and vision plans with premiums as low as $0 - Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance - 401(k) with company match - Employee Assistance Program - A collaborative, supportive culture with professional development and leadership growth opportunities **Ready to Make an Impact?** If you are passionate about improving animal health and want to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth, **apply today and help us shape the future of animal health.** ## Description The Production Equipment & Refrigeration Technician position works under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor to diagnose, operate, repair, modify and install complex industrial equipment. This position ensures the equipment, and the facilities are in proper working order to meet production needs. This position requires the ability to multi-task and work effectively both independently and in a team environment. This position will require the Production Equipment & Refrigeration Technician to provide weekend (Friday-Sunday) on-call service to the facility, alternating every 4-5 weeks. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Machine Maintenance/ Repair: 50% of position responsibility** - Diagnose and repair equipment including but not limited to; fill machines, labelers, cappers, traying machines, dry heat ovens, turntables, blister machines, blenders, dust collectors, freeze dryers, walk-in coolers, ultra-low temperature freezers, sterilizers, fermenters, bioreactors, tanks, air handler units, boilers, pumps and air compressors - Initiate and complete preventive maintenance requests for equipment - Initiate and complete work orders on equipment - Maintain buildings including but not limited to; roofs, doors, floors, and steam/air/water lines **Equipment Operation: 35% of position responsibility** - Operate water system equipment; this includes carbon filter, water softener, RO units, distillation unit, tanks, pumps, level and temperature controls - Operate central plant equipment to include boilers, chillers, circulation pumps, oil-free air compressors, air dryers, cooling towers, HVAC units, exhaust fans, building heat systems and building cooling systems - Operate refrigeration systems; this may include walk-in freezers, chest freezers, drive-in coolers, air conditioning systems, and humidity control systems - Operate building automation system (Trane Tracer Synchrony) - Conduct daily rounds of refrigeration equipment and systems - Operate maintenance department document management system (Mainsaver) **Maintenance Project Management: 10% of position responsibility** - Install new equipment - Modify or update existing equipment - Remove obsolete equipment - Order parts, supplies and services for projects **Other duties assigned: 5% of position responsibility** ## Requirements **EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:** - **Minimum**: - High school diploma or equivalent. 3 years industrial mechanic experience. - Must currently possess or be able to obtain a Universal Refrigeration certifica…