Requisition ID: 60038
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite
About the Role
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are on the lookout for a Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team at our production site in Portadown. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this full-time, permanent position operates on a rotating 3-shift schedule:
* Early Shift: 05:45–14:15
* Day Shift: 07:30–16:45 (Monday to Thursday) and 07:30–13:00 (Friday)
* Late Shift: 14:30–01:00 (Monday to Thursday)
In this vital role, you will be responsible for the routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems throughout the facility. Your expertise will ensure that all machinery and infrastructure operate safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall productivity.
About Kerry Dairy Ireland
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a leading farm-to-fork business with a strong consumer foods presence and a top-notch nutritional and dairy ingredients division. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
With over 50 years of experience in milk processing and product innovation, we are a key player in the global food industry, boasting a portfolio of market-leading dairy brands such as Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow, and our new SMUG range.
Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing lands, produced by a network of Irish family farms with one of the lowest carbon footprints globally. Through expertise, innovation, and sustainability, we are shaping the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.
Globally, we employ over 1,600 dedicated professionals across various countries, achieving a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion in 2024. Join us in our mission to create a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility, as we believe in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct regular inspections of equipment and systems to identify and resolve issues.
* Perform preventive maintenance on machinery, HVAC systems, electrical panels, and plumbing.
* Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic tools and schematics.
* Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments.
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory.
* Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency breakdowns.
* Collaborate with other departments to schedule maintenance without disrupting operations.
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
* Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures and equipment upgrades.
Qualifications and Skills
* High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or vocational training is a plus.
* Proven experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment, ideally in the food sector.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
* Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
* Good problem-solving and time management skills.
* Physical stamina and dexterity to handle manual tasks and work in various environments.
* Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Kerry is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a few short questions, which will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
Important Note: 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. We do not currently utilize video chat rooms for interviews. Please refuse any requests for payment to participate in the hiring process.
Recruiter: #LI-SR1
Posting Type: LI
Please Note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies without signed terms of business. Any speculative CVs submitted will be considered without financial obligation to the recruitment agency.