Maintenance Technician

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Requisition  

Position Type (US)
Full Time

Workplace Arrangement   

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.

Where You'll Work

Our Crossville, TN plant works with unique and interesting technologies that create condensed, natural smoke flavoring for our customers and brands. We're a team that is committed to helping each other succeed with a structured training plan and a committed, engaged supervisor. If you like working with a close-knit group that makes a big impact, we may be the place for you!

12 Hr Night shift opening, working Tuesday - Thursday and every other Monday 600PM - 630AM!

Compensation Data

he pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00 per hour.  Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role.  Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  

The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.  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, and tuition reimbursement.  This job posting is anticipated to expire on 9/30/2026.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and employment decisions are made by human recruitment and leadership teams.

What You'll Do

The Night Shift Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining plant equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations during off-shift hours. This role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and emergency breakdown response while maintaining accurate maintenance records and supporting food safety, employee safety, and production goals.

Key Responsibilities

+ Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process equipment.

+ Perform preventive maintenance inspections and scheduled PM tasks.

+ Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.

+ Create and complete work orders in SAP and accurately document labor hours and parts usage.

+ Perform root cause troubleshooting and implement corrective actions.

+ Support production operations during night shift as needed.

+ Follow all safety, GMP, food safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.

+ Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.

+ Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.

+ Communicate equipment issues and shift handoff information to management and day shift personnel.

What You'll Need To Succeed

Technical Skills

+ Mechanical troubleshooting and repair.

+ Basic electrical troubleshooting, including motors, starters, sensors, and VFDs.

+ Hydraulic and pneumatic system knowledge.

+ Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.

+ Knowledge…