Lead Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift - Offering $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

About the role

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Meat division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and breadcrumbs. We are a fast-paced manufacturing facility where you can make a difference.

Shift Information

This is a 3rd shift opening. The days and hours are Monday - Friday, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM.

What you'll do

• Work with the Maintenance team to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion.
• Follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.

What you'll need to be successful and safe

• 5-10 years of maintenance mechanic experience, in the food industrial and/or bakery work environment preferred.
• A high school diploma or GED is required; Apprenticeship or applicable certifications preferred.
• Possess and demonstrate basic technical knowledge of some or all of the following:
• Sterling Steel Welding/Fabrication
• High-speed packaging, welding, refrigeration (ammonia), and mechanical power transmission
• Experience with and ability to use all types of welding, cutting, machine, and hand tools
• PLC’s (Programmable logic controllers)

Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to)

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment
• Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery such as extruders, mixers, conveyors, and metal detectors
• Repair and assess electrical issues as they arise

What's In It For You

• We are currently offering a $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus. You will receive $2,500.00 after 90 working days, $2,500.00 after 9 months of employment.
• Union wage guaranteed pay increases at 6 months, 12 months, and 18 months of employment!
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• A friendly, close-knit team and supervisors invested in your success
• Full benefits, including mental health, employee assistance program & more!

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is $38.18 per hour. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance.