Controls Technician

Requisition ID: 66248
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.

About the role

The PLC/Controls Technician is a leader in electrical/controls systems and that prioritizes troubleshooting, maintaining, correcting and designing electrical control systems.

Key responsibilities

Key responsibilities

• Design, specify components, assemble, install, test and maintain automation and control systems

• Troubleshoot automation and control systems using appropriate tools and test equipment. Repair and make changes as required

• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components

• Inspect and test electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the needed changes or repairs to ensure performance and safety of systems

• Ensure electrical systems meet local, regional and national standards for safety

• Navigate and understand PLC programs and component communication protocols

• Train and mentor other maintenance team members in electrical, automation and control systems

• Use the appropriate hand tools and power tools to disassemble and reassemble manufacturing equipment

• Inspect, maintain and troubleshoot mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment

• Operate work vehicles such as forklift, scissor lift, articulating lift, etc.

• Manage projects, understand internal customer requirements and communicate with suppliers to secure needed parts

Qualifications and skills

Qualifications and skills

• 5+ years of experience with industrial electrical systems

• Ability to manage electrical/controls projects

• Ability to troubleshoot industrial electrical systems and devices

• Ability to design and install new electrical control systems

• Ability to read and understand PLC programs. Progamming will be a plus. HMDI and HMI a plus. Responsible for VFD set up.

• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems

• Ability to train and mentor other team members on electrical and control systems

• Ability to communicate clearly with Kerry team members and contractors

The pay range for this position is $38 - $42 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 12/31/26

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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Posting Type: DNI

Nearest Major Market: Calhoun