Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Kerry; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician at the Clark, NJ facility. The role focuses on HVAC maintenance, piping installations, and timely repairs to ensure safe, reliable operations.

You will work with a team dedicated to safety and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of Industrial Maintenance experience, familiarity with pumps, motors, piping, and CMMS/SAP, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Industrial Maintenance experience.
• Experience with HVAC, piping, pumps, and safety compliance in a food/beverage setting preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC maintenance, piping system installation, and general maintenance repairs in a timely manner.
• Maintain safety as a priority and uphold manufacturing standards for a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team to ensure reliable operations and on-time task completion.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting pumps

3-phase motors

Piping systems

Forklift operation

CMMS & SAP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

CMMS

SAP

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.

Requisition ID

66234

Position Type

(US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement

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.

Where you'll work

At our Clark, NJ facility, we are part of the Taste division. The Clark manufacturing facilities have 9 work centers with processing capabilities in Liquid Flavor Compounding, Dry Blending, Extractions, Distillations, Spray Dry, Emulsions, Essential Oils, Oleo Resins, Juice Blending. As a team, we are proud to see our products on shelves in-stores. If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team and facility that values safety and quality, we might be the team for you.

We have an immediate opening for a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician. The schedule is 230pm - 1030pm Monday through Friday with overtime as needed.

What you'll do

• A to-do list that includes projects like HVAC maintenance, piping system installation, and troubleshooting unforeseen general maintenance repairs in a timely fashion.
• Safety to be our number one priority. You’ll learn our manufacturing standards and make sure that everyone leaves as they come to work each day.
• A team you can rely on. We trust each other to show up every day, on time and to help each other when needed.

What you'll need to be successful and safe

• 3+ years of Industrial Maintenance with experience in all or some of the following including, but not limited to
  • Trouble shooting centrifugal pump and repairs.
  • Diaphragm pump trouble shooting and repairs.
  • Trouble shoot 3 phase motors.
  • Minor fabrication
  • Operate fork truck.
  • Previous experience with piping systems including steam, water and chemical.
  • Knowledge of Boilers, HVAC and wastewater treatment and documentation in a CMMS and SAP system
• High school diploma or GED is required; associated degree in relevant field preferred.
• Experience working in food/beverage is highly preferred but not required

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is $33.00 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 10/04/2026.

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 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.