Engineering And Maintenance Manager

Kerry; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 102,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a Maintenance Lead at our Manitowoc, WI facility to direct the maintenance team, maximize machine uptime, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement across the plant. You will oversee maintenance programs, repairs, and capital projects while coordinating with production to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 5+ years in maintenance/engineering, and 3+ years of supervisory experience, with strong CMMS and CAD skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance or engineering.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex equipment issues.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships across teams and departments.
• Experience with CMMS systems.
• Fully proficient in interpreting CAD drawings for electrical, mechanical, and facility applications.
• Experience in the food industry, CAD and programming skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Champion a culture of safety by ensuring all maintenance activities meet and exceed standards.
• Maintenance Oversight: Direct weekly schedules, urgent repairs, and daily maintenance to support operations.
• Asset Care: Lead maintenance program execution to minimize downtime.
• Team Leadership: Develop a high-performing maintenance team through coaching and training.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Optimize spare parts inventory and maintenance budget.
• Collaboration & Communication: Align with production teams and share updates.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate technical records and compliance documentation.
• Contractor Management: Oversee external contractors to meet standards.
• Capital Projects: Partner with central engineering on project design, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

CMMS

CAD interpretation

Mechanical/electrical

Manufacturing maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Programming skills

Job description

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

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this pivotal position leads the maintenance team in upholding exceptional standards for equipment and facility upkeep. The primary focus is on maximizing machine availability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting operational excellence. Key responsibilities include driving the implementation of permanent corrective actions, extending the lifespan of equipment, and delivering cost-effective solutions.

In addition, this role oversees engineering projects, process improvements, repairs, and the installation of machinery and tools within manufacturing operations. The Maintenance Lead plays a critical part in fostering a culture of reliability, safety, and continuous improvement across the plant.

Key responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Champion a culture of safety by ensuring all maintenance activities not only meet but exceed company policies and regulatory standards.
• Maintenance Oversight: Direct weekly schedules, urgent repairs, and daily maintenance to support uninterrupted plant operations. Apply technical expertise and creative problem-solving to resolve equipment issues that impact production uptime.
• Asset Care: Lead the execution and monitoring of the maintenance program, focusing on minimizing downtime through proactive, planned maintenance.
• Team Leadership: Build and develop a high-performing maintenance team through effective coaching, regular performance reviews, and targeted training initiatives.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Optimize spare parts inventory and manage the maintenance budget to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with production teams and facilitate regular meetings to align on priorities, share updates, and drive performance.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical records and compliance documentation.
• Contractor Management: Oversee external contractors, ensuring all work meets company standards and technical specifications.
• Capital Projects: Serve as a key site leader, partnering with central engineering to support capital projects from initial concept through design, installation, and commissioning.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar maintenance or engineering role.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex equipment issues.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships across teams and departments.
• Track record of developing direct reports and fostering high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance best practices and experience with CMMS systems.
• Fully proficient in interpreting CAD drawings for electrical, mechanical, and facility applications.
• Experience in the food industry, as well as CAD and programming skills, are highly desirable.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $102,400 - $168,250 in Annual Salary. 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. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. 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 October 10th,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 hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

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).

Beware 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.