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. About the role Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Meat division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and bread crumbs. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility that comes together as a team to get the job done. With a growing portfolio, comes need to grow our team! If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can make a difference with, we might be the place for you! The shift for this role is 2nd shift, this site is part of a Union. + Monday to Friday 2pm-10pm Key responsibilities Maintenance Mechanic Class A - Industrial JOB DESCRIPTION •  Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service. •  Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines. •  Self-starter, needs little supervision/or none to accomplish work. •  Able to Reads and interprets blueprints, mechanical and electrical schematics, and ladder logic. •  Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments. •  Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities. •  Able to trouble shoot PLC and robotics. •  Ability to wire, configure and troubleshoot variable frequency drives. •  Ability to wire and troubleshoot electrical instruments and various input devices such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level sensors, position sensors etc. •  Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties. •  Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision. •  Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas. •  Read, review and apply prints, schematics and operating manuals to repair and maintain equipment. •  Complete work orders and paperwork regarding daily maintenance and repair duties. •  Perform general building maintenance. •  Perform a variety of maintenance requiring knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, carpentry, electrical, electronics, welding and other skilled trades. •  Generate and complete work orders as assigned from our CMMS system. •  Perform a variety of preventative maintenance on machine parts, pumps, motors, hydraulic systems and related plant and facility equipment. •  Rebuild and fabricate parts •  Basic PC skills (MS Office). Qualifications and skills Job Requirements •  HS diploma/GED (Apprenticeship or applicable certifications preferred) •  5-10 years of maintenance mechanic experience, in the food industrial and/or bakery work environment preferred. •  Must provide his own tools to make repairs and/or make adjustments. •  Ability to apply various principles and practices in a variety of skilled-trade areas (e.g., plumbing, plc, robotic, boilers, HVAC system, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, welding, etc.). •  Able to stand or kneel for extended periods for repairs as required. •  Basic PC skills (MS Office). •  Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs. •  Good communication skills. •  Able to climb ladders to silos or towers up to 50-60 ft. on a daily basis as required. •  Able to work in a dusty or hot environment •  Complete daily maintenance and repair logs. •  Knowledge of GMPs, lock out/ tag out, and arc flash. •  Work overtime and weekends when required. •  Able to work any shift when needed. Compensation/Wage information 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. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 2/27/2026.