Maintenance Worker I - 2nd Shift

Kerry • Evansville, IN

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Kerry is seeking an experienced Maintenance Worker Level I for its Evansville, Indiana facility, which produces breading, batter, and coating blends. This hands-on role helps keep the facility operating safely, reliably, and efficiently by maintaining and repairing plant equipment, supporting equipment installations, performing building maintenance, and assisting with daily maintenance coordination. The position suits someone who can work in a fast-paced environment, adapt to changing priorities, solve problems practically, and share technical knowledge with others.

This is a second-shift role, scheduled from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The position is based in an industrial manufacturing environment with potential exposure to high noise, wet floors, steam-related burn hazards, confined spaces, and outdoor temperatures below 0°F and above 100°F. It involves frequent climbing, crawling, bending, twisting, and working on ladders or aerial lifts, sometimes at heights exceeding 20 feet. Employees must regularly lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift 50 pounds, handle long or heavy materials overhead, and exert force when operating tools and tightening large nuts and bolts.

The pay rate is $33 per hour. The posting also offers a $2,500 maintenance sign-on bonus: $250 after two weeks with no attendance issues and $2,250 after 120 days. Kerry offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities; an Employee Share Plan; and life, disability, and accident insurance.

Requirements

• Three or more years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical repair, general welding, electrical troubleshooting, and PLC troubleshooting skills.
• Strong electrical controls experience, or the ability to develop that capability within a reasonable timeframe.
• Ability to use hand tools, handheld power tools, and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate closely with production and maintenance team members.
• Ability to work through complex problems and develop logical, practical solutions.
• Ability to lead by example and help train fellow team members.
• Ability to perform the stated physical requirements, including frequent climbing, crawling, bending, and twisting; working at heights; lifting and handling materials; and meeting the stated vision and hearing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• A two-year degree in industrial technology or advanced manufacturing.
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment, including mixers, conveyors, compressors, and pumps.
• Complete work-order repairs, inspections, adjustments, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment using low-voltage DC and 120-, 240-, and 480-volt AC power in accordance with applicable electrical guidelines.
• Repair or replace switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, and other control devices.
• Troubleshoot controls to the I/O level and connect to PLC systems so third parties can inspect or troubleshoot programs.
• Set up and operate welders, drill presses, grinders, hand tools, power tools, and other metalworking equipment.
• Fabricate and modify new and existing equipment.
• Help review staffing availability, priorities, and progress against the daily maintenance plan.
• Recommend equipment, procedures, and long-term solutions to strengthen preventive maintenance and improve daily operations.
• Help train team members and keep the maintenance team informed about abnormal or critical situations.
• Promote safe work practices and help ensure employees, contractors, and visitors follow applicable quality and food safety requirements.
• Operate forklifts and aerial lifts and assist in the parts storeroom as needed.

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
• $2,500 maintenance sign-on bonus, with $250 after two weeks without attendance issues and $2,250 after 120 days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed