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.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the engineering masterplan for the site and execute capital projects under $100,000.

• Oversee all aspects of capital execution, including scope, budget, schedule, and risk management.

• Communicate project status to stakeholders within and outside the plant.

• Lead and mentor the maintenance department.

• Develop and document maintenance plans for equipment, including work descriptions, required parts, tools, and maintenance frequency.

• Accurately document all work performed using maintenance tracking systems and technical reports.

• Plan schedules in SAP, order parts, and manage work schedules.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns, prioritize repairs, and take action with appropriate resources.

• Troubleshoot and resolve machine problems using internal and external support.

• Perform preventative, predictive, and diagnostic maintenance on production and facility equipment.

• Research and procure new materials, parts, and supplies to improve equipment and resolve issues.

• Support plant production and quality as assigned by Plant Leadership.

• Attend safety meetings, report incidents/accidents, and follow all Company and Plant Safety policies and procedures.

• Support the SQF 2000 System and participate in the food safety team.

• Be trained in the Kerry HACCP program to identify critical steps for effective implementation and maintenance of the Food Safety Plan.

Qualifications and skills

• Preferred: Engineering degree or diploma in a relevant field (e.g., mechanical, chemical, electrical).

• Preferred: Previous experience in maintenance supervision.

• Preferred: Experience managing capital projects over $100,000.

• Preferred: Knowledge of SAP.

• Strong communication, organization, and listening skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through.

• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks.

• Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Suite).

  This role combines visionary leadership of engineering and maintenance functions and a hands-on approach in a small but critical site for the business. This would be a great role for early-career candidates with 3-8 years in manufacturing plant and who aspire to lead engineering and maintenance organizations at bigger facilities in the future.

Compensation Data

The typical hiring range for this role is $64,479 to $95,074 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).

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. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov) (http://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) .