HVAC Engineer
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, Inc, Laurel, MD, United States
MD - Laurel
9090 Whiskey Bottom Rd
Laurel, MD 20723, USA
Purpose of the job
The HVAC Engineer is responsible for the design, performance, and reliability of HVAC and environmental control systems supporting ice cream production, hardening, packaging, cold storage, factory buildings, and support areas. This role ensures precise temperature and humidity control, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted production in a cold-chain manufacturing environment.
Role and Activity
Engineer, maintain, and optimize HVAC systems serving:
Mix rooms
Processing and freezing areas
Hardening tunnels
Cold storage and freezer warehouses
Packaging and ingredient rooms
Offices and Buildings
Ensure proper temperature, humidity, air pressure, and airflow segregation between food-grade and non-food areas
Support food safety and quality programs (GMP, SQF/BRC, FDA, USDA where applicable)
Lead HVAC-related capital projects, retrofits, and expansions
Partner with Maintenance, QA, Utilities, and Production teams to minimize downtime
Develop PM programs and reliability strategies for HVAC assets
Manage contractors, OEMs, and service providers
Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in cold environments
Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values
Experienced with Ammonia-Glycol and Freon based cooling systems
Other duties as assigned
Measurable Outcomes
Reliability and Uptime
Maintenance and Asset Health
Energy and cost management
Levels of Responsibility
Equipment Reliability
Behaviors And Core Values
We Take Ownership
Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste
We Do What Is Right
Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies
We Seek to Improve
Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
Learn from both successes and failures
We Are Better Together
Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
Treat everyone with fairness and respect
In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.
Cold Temperatures:
Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
Fast-Paced:
Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
Standing for Long Hours:
Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
Food Safety Regulations:
Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
Team-Oriented:
Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.
The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.
The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is between $80,000 and $90,000, with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).
We offer a comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan and H-1B lottery registration) for this position.
Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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9090 Whiskey Bottom Rd
Laurel, MD 20723, USA
Purpose of the job
The HVAC Engineer is responsible for the design, performance, and reliability of HVAC and environmental control systems supporting ice cream production, hardening, packaging, cold storage, factory buildings, and support areas. This role ensures precise temperature and humidity control, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted production in a cold-chain manufacturing environment.
Role and Activity
Engineer, maintain, and optimize HVAC systems serving:
Mix rooms
Processing and freezing areas
Hardening tunnels
Cold storage and freezer warehouses
Packaging and ingredient rooms
Offices and Buildings
Ensure proper temperature, humidity, air pressure, and airflow segregation between food-grade and non-food areas
Support food safety and quality programs (GMP, SQF/BRC, FDA, USDA where applicable)
Lead HVAC-related capital projects, retrofits, and expansions
Partner with Maintenance, QA, Utilities, and Production teams to minimize downtime
Develop PM programs and reliability strategies for HVAC assets
Manage contractors, OEMs, and service providers
Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives in cold environments
Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values
Experienced with Ammonia-Glycol and Freon based cooling systems
Other duties as assigned
Measurable Outcomes
Reliability and Uptime
Maintenance and Asset Health
Energy and cost management
Levels of Responsibility
Equipment Reliability
Behaviors And Core Values
We Take Ownership
Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish
Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail
Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste
We Do What Is Right
Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations
Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment
Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies
We Seek to Improve
Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations
Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve
Learn from both successes and failures
We Are Better Together
Ensure decisions are based on what’s best for the whole business
Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives
Treat everyone with fairness and respect
In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.
Cold Temperatures:
Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
Fast-Paced:
Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
Standing for Long Hours:
Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
Food Safety Regulations:
Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).
Team-Oriented:
Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging.
The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.
The pay scale for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The pay range for prospective employees in this role is between $80,000 and $90,000, with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).
We offer a comprehensive group benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan and H-1B lottery registration) for this position.
Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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