Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift Job at Kerry Group plc in Town of Jackson

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.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled maintenance professional to work with our Maintenance team at our Jackson, WI facility. The facility is located just north of Milwaukee and is easily commutable with easy on/off freeway access.

What You'll Do:

You’ll work 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.

Position Responsibilities:

• Inspects and tests machinery, and equipment.
• Performs Preventative Maintenance on all equipment including forklifts, HVAC systems, air compressors, boilers, and all Production equipment.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of the facility.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, and drill to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
• Operates cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Troubleshoots all problems and performs regular preventative maintenance.
• Initiates purchase orders for parts and machines as well as work orders.

Preferred Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Knowledge and ability to operate production machines, forklifts, scissor lifts, and related equipment.
• Ability to use various hand and power tools.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions.
• Welding/Fabrication
• Building maintenance
• Electrical/Electronics/PLC a Plus
• HVAC
• Lockout/Tagout
• Preventative Maintenance and workload organization

What's in it For You:

• Great team Environment
• $750 Employee Referral Program
• Starting wages of $32-$42
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase and retirement contribution

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.