About KerrynnKerry 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.nnAbout the rolennPosition: Maintenance TechniciannnDepartment: MaintenancennAbout Kerry: A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about.Primary Purpose: Maintain and repair production and manufacturing equipment.nnEssential Duties and Responsibilities:nn1.Adhere to all established Kerry LIFE Safety, Food Safety, GMP, HACCP, and processing policies with an eye towards Quality.nn2.Adhere to all LO/TO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures while performing work on equipment as required.nn3.Never take shortcuts or use improper tools/equipment that could compromise the safety of themselves or others.nn4.As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our machinery and mechanical equipment.nn5.This includes, but is NOT limited to:nna.Performing regular (continuous) services to our internal customers.nnb.Preventative maintenance procedures.nnc.Predictive maintenance procedures.nnd.Troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.nn6.Work with team members to achieve the highest efficiency.nnThe above listed duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or duties required. Incumbents will be expected to perform other duties as assigned.nna.Proper use of electrical meters.nnb.Reading electrical schematics.nn2.Organizational skills & excellent communication skills are essential.nnAbility to read, write and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understandingnnKey responsibilitiesnnMinimum Requirements:nnExperience:nn1.5 years of industrial maintenance experience.2.Advanced mechanical knowledge of industrial machinery.nna.Proper bearing installations.nnb.Proper alignment techniques, (sprocket/sheave alignments, coupling alignments).nnc.Use of measuring tools, (tape measures, calipers, gauges).nnd.Reading mechanical schematics.nn3.Electrical knowledge of industrial machinery.nna.Motor wiring skills.nnb.Electrical troubleshooting skills.nn4.of the terminology of the job.nn5.Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.nn6.Ability to be a team-player.nn7.Median computer and report writing skills.nnPreferred Skills & Qualifications:nn1.Previous work experience within a food manufacturing and distribution environment.2.Use and understanding of Predictive toolsnna.Infrared Thermographynnb.UltrasoundnnWorking Conditions:nnFood manufacturing plantnnWarehouse environmentnnPhysical Requirements:nnAbility kneel, bend, squat, stoop, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, arm extensions and perform elevated work.nnAbility to work in hot, cold or wet environments.nnAbility to lift 50 pounds.nnAbility to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.nnAbility to walk up to 135 feet one way many times a day.nnAbility to continuously stand/walk up to 12 hours.nnAbility to climb stairs or ladder.nnThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Kerry reserves the right to revise this Job Description, as it deems necessary.nnKerry is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/VnnQualifications and skillsnnKerry 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) ( .nnBeware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a starter kit, investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.nnRecruiter:nnPosting Type: DNI