Support manufacturing sites in implementing and executing their Maintenance Excellence Program
Maintenance Fundamentals
Reliability Centered Maintenance
Operational Excellence
Collaborate with sites to define Asset Criticality and Reliability Maintenance strategies
Utilize and leverage Maintenance Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to optimize cost, identify gaps and identify opportunities to improve asset performance
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 and new acquisitions
Support other functions with Maintenance and Reliability related inquires and expertise
Develop as a Reliability engineer and a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Maintenance and Reliability subject areas
Supports site capability building with assessment and evaluation of site maintenance staff, training and knowledge transfer to site maintenance teams
Actively live the Kerry values of Courage, Ownership, Inclusiveness, Open-mindedness, & Enterprising Spirit
Qualifications and Skills
What you'll need to be successful
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or equivalent with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 - May 2028
Preferred background in Food & Beverage/Chemicals/Pharma/Manufacturing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Ability 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
Comfortable working on the factory floor and as part of a decentralized regional team
A curious mindset
At Kerry, we want our interns to focus on learning, growing, and making an impact. Eligible interns who relocate more than 50 miles for their internship will receive a $3,500 living allowance to help cover housing and other living expenses during the summer program.
Compensation Data
The pay rate for this position is $22.00 per hour. This job posting is anticipated to expire on March 31, 2027. Accepting applications on a continuous basis until 2027 cohort is full. This job posting is anticipated to expire on March 31, 2027.
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.
