Maintenance Technician - Kerry

Requisition ID 49688

Position Type (US)Full Time

Career FunctionEngineering and Maintenance

Recruiter

Posting Type DNI



Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about.




About Kerry





Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.





Where You'll Work:





Our Jackson, WI facility is located just north of Milwaukee and easily commutable with easy on/off freeway access. We create dry beverage mixes products for Kerry customers. We work hard, play hard, and give back to the community we work in through our Kerry employee engagement program. We are located a commutable 20 minutes north of the Milwaukee metro area. If youre looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with, we might be the company for you!





What's In It For You:






+ $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!


+ Great team Environment


+ Excellent Benefit Package


+ $1,000 Employee Referral Program


+ Wages of $30-$34





The typical hiring range for this role is $30 or $34 per hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).





What You'll Do:





Youll work with the Maintenance team to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion. Youll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. If this is something youre passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!




POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:





+ Inspects and tests machinery, and equipment.


+ Performs Preventative Maintenance on all equipment including forklifts, HVAC systems, air compressors, boilers, and all Production equipment.


+ Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.


+ Dismantles machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.


+ Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery.


+ Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.


+ Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.


+ Repairs and maintains physical structure of the facility.


+ Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, and drill to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.


+ Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.


+ Troubleshoots all problems and performs regular preventative maintenance.


+ Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines as well as work orders.






Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge:






+ Knowledge and ability to operate production machines, forklifts, scissor lifts, and related equipment.


+ Ability to use various hand and power tools.


+ Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.


+ Welding/Fabrication


+ Hydraulics/Pneumatics


+ Building maintenance


+ Electrical/Electronics/PLC a Plus


+ HVAC


+ Forklift (maintenance/operation)


+ Lockout/Tagout


+ Blueprints/schematics/building plans


+ Preventative Maintenance and workload organization








Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. EEO is the Law poster can be foundhere (http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) . Additional information can also be here (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf) .


Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a starter kit, investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.