Maintenance Technician Lead A - 3rd Shift

Kerry•Melrose Park, IL
•Onsite

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. Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Meat division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and breadcrumbs. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility that comes together as a team to get the job done. With a growing portfolio, comes need to grow our team! If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can make a difference with, we might be the place for you!

Requirements

  • 5-10 years of maintenance mechanic experience, in the food industrial and/or bakery work environment preferred.
  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Possess and demonstrate basic technical knowledge of some or all of the following: Stainless Steel Welding/Fabrication, Experience in high-speed packaging, welding, refrigeration (ammonia) and mechanical power transmission, Experience with and ability to use all types of welding, cutting, machine, and hand tools, Process control instrumentation, Process equipment, Personal Computing.

Nice To Haves

  • Apprenticeship or applicable certifications preferred.
  • PLC’s (Programmable logic controllers) – a plus

Responsibilities

  • Complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfilment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion.
  • Follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.
  • Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery.
  • Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment.
  • Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment.
  • Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep.
  • Troubleshoot and repair machinery such as extruders, mixers, conveyors, and metal detectors.
  • Repair and assess electrical issues as they arise.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus
  • Union wage guaranteed pay increases at 6 months, 12 months, and 18 months of employment!
  • Career advancement and growth opportunities
  • Friendly, close-knit team and supervisors invested in your success
  • Mental health benefits
  • Employee assistance program
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