Maintenance Supervisor

Kerry Group • Owen, WI

9d

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.
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading maintenance technicians to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of processing, packaging, and utility equipment in a food manufacturing facility. This role focuses on preventative maintenance execution, troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement to support plant performance, food safety, and operational uptime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Experience in food, beverage, or related manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plant utility systems.
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics.
• Computer proficiency including CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day maintenance activities for production, packaging, and facility equipment.
• Assign work orders, prioritize breakdowns, and manage preventive maintenance schedules.
• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety policies and food safety standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment failures.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and capital projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS.
• Drive root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support audits and corrective action follow-up.

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
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees