Maintenance Technician

Kerry; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry is hiring a Night Shift Maintenance Technician in Crossville, TN. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and responding to urgent breakdowns on the night shift.

You will document activity in SAP, support safety programs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting skills, the ability to read schematics, and a track record of reliable performance in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical schooling preferred.
• Experience with maintenance, troubleshooting and CMMS/SAP systems is a plus.
• Willingness to work night shift and overtime as needed.

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 document labor hours and parts usage.
• Perform root cause troubleshooting and implement corrective actions.
• Support production operations during night shift as needed.
• Follow safety, GMP, food safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications and continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate issues and handoff information to management and day shift.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Pumps, conveyors & gearboxes

Reading schematics/drawings

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting & repairs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school/Associate degree preferred

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

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.

Job Details

Requisition ID: 66794

Position Type: (US) Full Time

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!

Shift Details

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

Compensation

The 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.

Hiring Process

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.

• 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 of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, and process equipment.
• Basic computer skills and maintenance software experience.
• SAP maintenance experience preferred.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Strong safety awareness.

Preferred

Experience Requirements

• Three or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting production equipment.
• Experience working night shift or off-shift operations.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS/SAP systems.

Required

Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license, if required by site.

Preferred

• Technical school diploma or associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• Industrial Maintenance certification.
• Electrical certification.
• PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Forklift, boom lift, or scissor lift certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, and noisy manufacturing environments.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins when required.

Night Shift Expectations

• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Respond to urgent production issues and breakdowns.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented before the end of shift.
• Complete PMs and work orders on schedule.
• Support plant reliability and uptime goals.

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).