Job Description – Refrigeration Operator (Ice Cream MFS)

1. Job Purpose

To operate, maintain, and monitor all low-temperature refrigeration systems used in ice-cream manufacturing and storage, ensuring continuous operation of hardening tunnels, blast freezers, and cold rooms at required temperatures.

2. Key ResponsibilitiesA. Operation & Temperature Control

• Operate ammonia/freon-based refrigeration systems for hardening tunnels, blast freezers, deep freezers, and frozen storage rooms.
• Ensure critical temperature maintenance:
• Hardening tunnel: –35°C to –40°C
• Blast freezer: –30°C to –35°C
• Deep freezer storage: –20°C to –25°C
• Monitor and record evaporator pressure, suction/discharge pressure, temperature logs, and compressor parameters.

B. Equipment Operation

• Operate compressors, evaporators, condensers, cooling towers, IBT (if used), brine/glycol circulation systems.
• Perform defrost cycles for evaporators as per schedule.
• Drain water, check oil levels, clean strainers, and maintain condenser performance.

C. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Carry out routine preventive maintenance for refrigeration equipment.
• Identify leakages (ammonia/freon), unusual noise, high pressure, low suction, or temperature deviations.
• Attend minor issues and support maintenance team during major breakdowns.
• Ensure smooth functioning of brine/glycol pumps used for deep freezing.

D. Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols for low-temperature operations and ammonia handling.
• Use appropriate PPE such as gloves, goggles, jackets, and respiratory protection where required.
• Support emergency procedures during leaks, alarm triggers, and equipment shutdown.
• Maintain GMP, hygiene, and FSSAI compliance in all refrigerated areas.

E. Documentation & Coordination

• Maintain shift logbook, compressor readings, freezer temperature records, and maintenance notes.
• Provide shift handover with clear status of all running systems.
• Coordinate with Production, QA, and Dispatch teams for freezing requirements and product movement.
• Record and report deviations such as temperature rise, equipment trips, leakage, or abnormal conditions.

3. Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of industrial low-temperature refrigeration.
• Ability to work under extremely cold conditions for specific durations.
• Knowledge of control panels, PLC systems (desirable).
• Basic mechanical & electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Alertness, safety orientation, and good communication skills.

4. Qualification & Experience

• ITI – Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (RAC) / Diploma in Mechanical or Refrigeration.
• 2–6 years experience in ice-cream / frozen foods / low-temperature industrial refrigeration.
• Experience with ammonia systems, hardening tunnels, and blast freezers preferred.

5. Work Schedule

• Rotational shifts (24×7 frozen plant operations).
• Should be available for emergency calls.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹8,086.00 - ₹35,373.83 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person