Job Information
Kerry Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift - Offering $5,000 Sign on Bonus! in Clark, New Jersey
Requisition ID 64010
Position Type (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement
Where you'll work
Our Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Clark facility is unique in the sense they have two buildings. The North building has a fruitier smell to it, the teams in that building are producing natural flavoring and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savory and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy. We are located at 160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066.
We have immediate openings for a Maintenance Technician to support our 1st shift, Monday - Friday with occasional Saturdays as needed. Hours are 700AM - 300PM.
Offering $5,000 Sign on Bonus!
What you'll do
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a key role in keeping our packaging equipment and production lines running safely and efficiently. You’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery while supporting production needs.
Key Responsibilities Include
Maintain and repair packaging machinery, equipment, and support structures
Perform equipment changeovers, including tooling installation and machine setup
Adjust machinery during operation to ensure product quality and line efficiency
Diagnose mechanical issues by inspecting equipment and listening for abnormal operation
Partner with operators and maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues
Perform preventive maintenance, including inspection, lubrication, and part replacement
Set up and operate machine tools (grinders, cutters, drills) to fabricate or repair parts
Use welding and cutting equipment to repair or join metal components
Support and train operators on proper equipment setup, operation, and care
What you'll need to be successful and safe
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring strong mechanical knowledge, hands‑on experience, and a safety‑focused mindset.
Qualifications
5+ years of related maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of vocational education and hands‑on training
Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Comfortable performing basic math using American and metric measurements
Detail‑oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
Positive, professional attitude with the ability to work effectively under pressure
Physical Demands
Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands to handle tools and controls
Occasionally required to climb or balance
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and focus adjustment
Work Environment
Regularly works near moving mechanical parts
Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, vibration, and occasional chemicals
Noise level is typically loud
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $25.26 - $40.96 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 4/17/2026.
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.
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