Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift
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 Lakeland, FL location is part of our beverage division and specializes in distillation and flavor products for Kerry customers and brands. We are looking for someone to help us keep things running! We have an immediate opening for a Maintenance Technician. The schedule for this role is Monday - Friday 630AM - 300PM! You’ll 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. You’ll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. If this is something you’re passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years or more of maintenance experience working in a manufacturing environment; food/beverage experience highly preferred
- High school diploma or GED is required; college degree preferred
- Must be knowledgeable in operating and maintaining air compressors and air dryers.
- Must be able to install production equipment.
- Must be knowledgeable in the operating principles of steam, hydraulic, pneumatic systems and able to troubleshoot and repair their mechanical components.
- Must be able to read piping diagrams and identify the function of various components for air and water distributions systems.
- Must be able to perform basic electrical and plumbing repairs.
Nice To Haves
- PLC experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
