Associated Grocers Baton Rouge
Mechanical Process Engineer
Associated Grocers Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Overview
Associated Grocers, Inc. is a leading wholesale grocery distributor dedicated to supporting independent grocers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Texas. We provide a wide range of services, including marketing, merchandising, fleet transportation and wholesale grocery distribution, to help our members thrive in a competitive market. Our campus sits on 64 acres in Baton Rouge and includes over 670,00 square feet of perishable and dry warehouse space, refrigeration and power distribution plant, returns warehouse, fleet maintenance shop and administrative buildings. The Associated Grocers team of over 600 employees is passionate about community and committed to fostering strong, long-lasting partnerships. Ready to take your engineering career to the next level?
Join the team at Associated Grocers - a company that values innovation, growth, and reliability! Responsibilities
Ensure reliability and operation of process equipment, to include compressors, cooling towers, evaporators, valves, pumps, piping and vessels. Oversee the operation, maintenance, repair and upgrades of facility systems (ammonia refrigeration plant, HVAC, electrical, robotics, fire and safety systems, etc.). Conduct reliability evaluations/inspections to ensure the facility equipment is operating efficiently and in compliance with safety, regulatory and manufacturer standards. Maintain site-specific process documentation, such as MOCs, P&IDs, mechanical integrity, power distribution schematics and control systems. Understand and apply pertinent IIAR, RAGAGEP, ANSI, ASME, NFPA, and ASHREA codes, standards, and recommendations. Understand and apply pertinent guidelines of the PSM/RMP programs. Prepare capital improvement projects, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating with external contractors and vendors. Maintain and develop preventative maintenance programs for equipment and infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to plant operations, building systems and equipment. Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, and regulatory compliance through CMMS. Ensure facility readiness for emergency situations and support emergency response planning. Maintain documentation required for OSHA/EPA/LA DEQ compliance. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred or equivalent work experience for required responsibilities.) 5+ years of relevant experience in Industrial facilities engineering. Strong knowledge of industrial and building systems, codes, and regulations. Strong project management and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Other Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of refrigeration equipment and tools. Knowledge of welding tools. Knowledge of normal shop equipment and hand tools. Knowledge of electrical systems (DC and three phase AC), equipment, and tools (480V and below). Ability to effectively use standard Microsoft Office products. Ability to effectively use Autodesk AutoCad or similar CAD tools. Knowledge of Anhydrous Ammonia refrigeration equipment with focus on Frick compressors and control panels. Knowledge of PLC platforms (such as Opto 22 or Allen Bradley). Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Wholesale
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Associated Grocers, Inc. is a leading wholesale grocery distributor dedicated to supporting independent grocers in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Texas. We provide a wide range of services, including marketing, merchandising, fleet transportation and wholesale grocery distribution, to help our members thrive in a competitive market. Our campus sits on 64 acres in Baton Rouge and includes over 670,00 square feet of perishable and dry warehouse space, refrigeration and power distribution plant, returns warehouse, fleet maintenance shop and administrative buildings. The Associated Grocers team of over 600 employees is passionate about community and committed to fostering strong, long-lasting partnerships. Ready to take your engineering career to the next level?
Join the team at Associated Grocers - a company that values innovation, growth, and reliability! Responsibilities
Ensure reliability and operation of process equipment, to include compressors, cooling towers, evaporators, valves, pumps, piping and vessels. Oversee the operation, maintenance, repair and upgrades of facility systems (ammonia refrigeration plant, HVAC, electrical, robotics, fire and safety systems, etc.). Conduct reliability evaluations/inspections to ensure the facility equipment is operating efficiently and in compliance with safety, regulatory and manufacturer standards. Maintain site-specific process documentation, such as MOCs, P&IDs, mechanical integrity, power distribution schematics and control systems. Understand and apply pertinent IIAR, RAGAGEP, ANSI, ASME, NFPA, and ASHREA codes, standards, and recommendations. Understand and apply pertinent guidelines of the PSM/RMP programs. Prepare capital improvement projects, including planning, budgeting, and coordinating with external contractors and vendors. Maintain and develop preventative maintenance programs for equipment and infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to plant operations, building systems and equipment. Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance activities, and regulatory compliance through CMMS. Ensure facility readiness for emergency situations and support emergency response planning. Maintain documentation required for OSHA/EPA/LA DEQ compliance. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred or equivalent work experience for required responsibilities.) 5+ years of relevant experience in Industrial facilities engineering. Strong knowledge of industrial and building systems, codes, and regulations. Strong project management and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Other Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of refrigeration equipment and tools. Knowledge of welding tools. Knowledge of normal shop equipment and hand tools. Knowledge of electrical systems (DC and three phase AC), equipment, and tools (480V and below). Ability to effectively use standard Microsoft Office products. Ability to effectively use Autodesk AutoCad or similar CAD tools. Knowledge of Anhydrous Ammonia refrigeration equipment with focus on Frick compressors and control panels. Knowledge of PLC platforms (such as Opto 22 or Allen Bradley). Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Wholesale
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