Maintenance Technician - 12 Hr Day Shift

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.

About the role

As a Maintenance Technician at our Rhinelander, WI location (a Union Facility), you’ll work with the Maintenance team to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and installation. You’ll fulfill assigned work orders and address unforeseen repairs promptly while following good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, and good housekeeping. You’ll ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. This role operates on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule (6am-6pm).

Responsibilities

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery
• Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, and pneumatic equipment
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, pumps, mechanical seals, and related equipment
• Perform building maintenance, including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep
• Follow good manufacturing practices for inventory, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations

Requirements

• Certification from a Vocational School or Journeyman card in Millwright or Maintenance Technician (preferred)
• 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing within a maintenance-related position (preferred)
• Basic technical knowledge of some or all of the following:
  • Stainless Steel Welding/Fabrication
  • Piping systems
  • PLC’s (Programmable Logic Controllers) – a plus
  • Process equipment
  • Personal Computing

Pay

The pay range for this position is $26 - $37 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire at or near the top of the range, as compensation is performance-based and rewards annual growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• Tuition reimbursement