About The Position

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. Our Evansville, IN location is part of the Coatings division, and creates various breading, batter, and coating blends for Kerry brands and customers. We currently employ around 165 employees. We are a part of the Evansville Local Labor union 561.

Requirements

  • Experience with mechanical repair, general welding, and minor electrical troubleshooting.
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex problems independently or collaboratively and develop logical solutions.
  • Ability to prioritize work and seek guidance from supervisors or management when needed.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining close cooperation with production personnel.
  • Willingness to learn new skills, share knowledge with teammates, and contribute positively when priorities change.
  • Ability to use company computers and software applications in accordance with company policy.
  • Regular, punctual attendance and a consistent on-site presence.

Nice To Haves

  • A two-year degree in industrial technology or advanced manufacturing is preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance in accordance with Kerry and manufacturer specifications.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and adjust plant machinery and equipment, including mixers, conveyors, compressors, pumps, bearings, sprockets, and chains.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, welders, drill presses, grinders, cutting equipment, and other metalworking equipment safely and effectively.
  • Assist with new equipment installations, facility repairs, building maintenance, and grounds maintenance.
  • Document completed work, labor hours, repair details, installations, notifications, and work orders accurately in SAP.
  • Learn production processes and equipment to provide timely support to production employees.
  • Recommend equipment or procedures for preventive maintenance programs and help identify lasting solutions to recurring maintenance issues.
  • Communicate safety, health, equipment, and maintenance concerns that could create hazards or operational downtime.
  • Maintain department housekeeping and plant sanitation at or above company and regulatory standards.
  • Participate in predictive maintenance, continuous improvement, process improvement, and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point activities.
  • Operate forklifts and aerial lifts and assist in the parts storeroom as needed.
  • Build positive working relationships with coworkers, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and plant visitors.
  • Provide break relief to other maintenance employees when needed and complete assigned work accurately and on time.
  • Follow all Kerry safety, quality, food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, EPA, Hazmat, and OSHA requirements.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • paid time off
  • a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Life, disability, and accident insurance.
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