Maintenance Mechanic B

About Kerry

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.

Where You'll Work 

At our Melrose Park, IL, plant we feel good about our various batters and breading products that make our food taste better. Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you. Our team prides itself on being collaborative and having a healthy culture where working hard and doing a good job is recognized and appreciated. Please note, this is a Union facility. We are part of the Melrose Park Teamsters Local 781. 

Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Meat division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and bread crumbs. 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! 

About the role

Union plant:

The starting wage for this role is $30.38 per hour.  This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime.   In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). 

Shift: Nights: 8:00pm - 6:00am Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Servicing and maintaining equipment including motors, conveyor systems and production related equipment. Perform preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment.
• Complete routine and non-routine work orders.
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities utilizing SAP.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling
• equipment in performing duties.
• Ensure all safety regulations are followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• Certified electrical training Basic PC skills
• Knowledge of industrial machinery and equipment
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to lift and move heavy objects.