Reliability Engineer

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.

What will you do?

• Provide support to the manufacturing site to develop, implement & manage the Preventative Maintenance programs, MRO Inventory Management systems, KAMS (Kerry Asset Maintenance System) process and tools and Computer Maintenance Management Systems (SAP-PM).
• Support Plant shutdown preparation planning.
• Support the manufacturing site in implementing and executing their Maintenance Excellence Program.
• Collaborate to define Asset Criticality and Reliability Maintenance strategies.
• Utilize and leverage Maintenance Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to optimize cost, identify gaps and identify opportunities to improve asset performance.
• Lead and support analysis of equipment and systems failures, using problem solving and continuous improvement tools (i.e. RCA, Fishbone, DMAIC and FMECA).
• Support Project teams during equipment selection and defining Preventative/Predictive Maintenance strategies for new assets.
• Collaborating with Procurement, participate in the development and evaluation MRO suppliers and 3rd party maintenance service providers.
• Support other functions with Maintenance and Reliability related inquires and expertise.
• Maintain and deploy a broad knowledge of industry trends and new technology innovation in Maintenance and Reliability to enhance Kerry manufacturing and operational capabilities.
• Liaise with regional asset care team to deploy maintenance & reliability standards and goals.

What will you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent technical degree.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in engineering, reliability, maintenance or related field.
• Practical experience in Continuous Improvement methodology and tools.
• Manufacturing background in Food & Beverage / Chemicals / Pharma preferred.
• Professional certification as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, results oriented and an ability to work independently across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Compensation Data

The typical hiring range for this role is $73,758 to $108,755 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. 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).