Maintenance Storeroom Specialist Days - Norwich, NY

​Requisition ID: 59532 
Position Type: (US)Full Time 
Workplace Arrangement:  #LI-Onsite 

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

Our Norwich, NY location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors. The location lies within Chenango County and is advantageously located within a 50-mile radius of the major cities of Binghamton, Syracuse, Utica, Cooperstown and Oneonta.​

158 State Hwy. 320, Norwich, NY 13815

 

$21 - $25 / hour, Based on Experience

Monday - Friday, 5:45 AM - 2:15 PM (Day Shift)

 

The wage for this role is $21.00 - $25.00 per hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). 

 

What you'll do:

Identifies and organizes equipment parts into physical locations while entering part information into a computerized Maintenance Management Program. Purchases materials, supplies and equipment as needed for Norwich, based upon specifications established by Kerry. Purchases at lowest cost consistent with approved quality and delivery standards. Coordinates purchases with various departments to satisfy needs. Supports maintenance technicians and participates in departmental training.  

Key responsibilities

• Inventories spare parts in all storeroom locations biannually, entering inventory counts in computerized maintenance management program.
• Work with 3rd party vendors, maintenance technicians, and other departments to maintain consumable inventory at established minimums.
• Orders consumable parts as indicated by parts usage form and/or work orders, coordinated with maintenance buyer to avoid duplicate orders.
• Inventories “critical spare parts” daily to ensure availability of high-use items.
• Maintains the parts areas and stock rooms in clean, neat, and organized conditions including proper labeling and tagging of part numbers.
• Responsible to add/delete spare parts in computerized maintenance management program as needed to align with new part models and descriptions.
• Ships and receive department parts as required.
• Responsible for removal of department hazardous waste such as oil, solvent, etc. Have these items removed by licensed hauler.
• Coordinates availability of spare parts by tagging and staging for planned work orders.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Attend daily department meetings and participate in departmental training.
• Support maintenance technicians with confined space entry, fire-watch, and spotting working at height activity.
• Follow plant rules, procedures and safety regulations including personal protective equipment.
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Qualifications and skills

What you'll need to be successful and safe: 

EDUCATION:

•  High school diploma or GED required.

•  Post-high school vocational training is desired.

EXPERIENCE:

•  2-3 years’ experience in inventory management or industrial maintenance.

•  Experience using computerized maintenance management or inventory management system.

•  Knowledge of industrial manufacturing plants and related processes.

•  Technical knowledge regarding mechanical and industrial components preferred.

SKILLS

•  Ability to work through technical maintenance challenges independently or with other maintenance

          personnel to provide logical solutions.

•  Kitting of components to support planned work orders using CMMS system

•  Strong written and verbal communicatio