Maintenance Technician

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Requisition  

Position Type (US)
Full Time

Workplace Arrangement  #LI-Onsite

We Are 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 Seattle, WA facility is an integral part of our Beverage division, specializing in the creation of sweet syrups and sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. This state-of-the-art production site features advanced technology and a collaborative team environment, where employees are encouraged to support one another's success. The facility offers opportunities for professional growth through structured training and hands-on experience, all guided by dedicated leadership.

In addition to focusing on quality manufacturing, the Seattle team enjoys an energetic and inclusive workplace culture, enhanced by engagement programs, volunteer days, and activities that make work both rewarding and enjoyable. If you're seeking a place to develop your career in beverage production while being part of a dynamic and fun team, our Seattle location stands out as an excellent choice.

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Technician you'll have a direct impact on the s afety of our teams, safety of our products and growing our business.  Your responsibilities will include increasing efficiency, reducing breakdowns, and extending the life of equipment. Familiarity with various production floor concepts, practices, and procedures will help you plan and accomplish goals using your experience and judgment. Collaborating with Kerry Group's maintenance and engineering teams to implement

+ +  Preventative Maintenance Strategies

+  Determine Root Cause of Breakdowns and take corrective action

Duties you'll perform may include

+  Maintain, repair, and rebuild production machines and equipment.

+  Set up and use tools and equipment for optimum safety.

+  Troubleshoot pneumatics, rebuild valves/pumps, and set mechanical timing.

+  Research repair parts.

+  Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and drawings.

+  Calibrate, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment.

+  Work with 3-phase and high voltage electrical systems.

+  Provide general facility maintenance and repair.

What You Need to Succeed

+  High School diploma or equivalency required;
Industrial maintenance degree, welding certification, industrial electrical certification, Associate degree in a related field or completion of a Trades/Technical School program preferred.

+  3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally chemical or beverage manufacturing.

+  Proficient in electrical, mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulics. Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings.

+  Practiced in safe work habits.

+  Team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done.

+  Self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.

+  Basic computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook). SAP knowledge is helpful.

What's in it for You

The pay rate for this position is $31.76 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.  This job posting is anticipated to expire on January 19, 2026  .  

​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…