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.

What will you do?

Provides support to manufacturing site to develop, optimize, implement & manage

1.Preventative Maintenance (PM) programs2.MRO Inventory Management systems3.KAMS (Kerry Asset Maintenance System) process and tools

4.Computer Maintenance Management Systems (SAP-PM)

5.Best maintenance practices and standards

6.Support Plant shutdown preparation planning

Support manufacturing sites in implementing and executing their Maintenance Excellence Program

1.Maintenance Fundamentals

2.Reliability Centered Maintenance

3.Operational Excellence

Collaborate with sites to define Asset Criticality and Reliability Maintenance strategies

Utilize and leverage Maintenance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to optimize cost, identify gaps and identify opportunities to improve asset performance

Lead and support analysis of equipment and systems failures, using problem solving and continuous improvement tools (i.e. RCA, Fishbone, DMAIC and FMECA)

Support Project teams during equipment selection and defining Preventative/Predictive Maintenance strategies for new assets

Collaborating with Procurement, participate in the development and evaluation MRO suppliers and 3rd party maintenance service providers

Support other functions with Maintenance and Reliability related inquires and expertise

Maintain and deploy a broad knowledge of industry trends and new technology innovation in Maintenance and Reliability to enhance Kerry manufacturing and operational capabilities

Liaise with regional asset care team to deploy maintenance & reliability standards and goals.

What will you need to be Successful?

Competencies

Demonstrated experience and capability in maintenance, reliability engineering, statistical data analysis and continuous improvement tools and methodology

Knowledge and practical experience Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), SAP preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) or other related toolsAbility to develop and deploy a disciplined approach to engineering and maintenance, with well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong planning skills, and the ability to follow-up and successfully execute plans

Continuous improvement mindset with high change agility

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, ability to influence, coach and develop colleagues not in a reporting relationship

Results oriented and ability to deliver successful outcomes

Ability to work independently across multiple sites and stakeholders, both internal and external

EQ (emotional quotient) awareness in self-management and engagement of others

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent technical degree

5+ years of progressive experience in engineering, reliability, maintenance or related field

Practical experience in Continuous Improvement methodology and tools

Manufacturing background in Food & Beverage / Chemicals / Pharma preferred

Professional certification as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) preferred

Comfortable working on the factory floor

Compensation Data

The typical hiring range for this role is $73,758 to $108,755 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

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 successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov) (http://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) .