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 Utilities Maintenance Supervisor at Kerry Foods oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair of facility utility systems-such as HVAC, boilers, wastewater, and ammonia systems-ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant food manufacturing operations. They lead maintenance technicians, manage contractor activities, and ensure adherence to safety/sanitation standards. This position is located on site at our Harrisonburg, VA facility.

Key responsibilities

System Operations Oversee boilers, refrigeration, wastewater treatment, and compressed air systems to support production needs.

Maintenance Leadership Supervise utility technicians, schedule preventative maintenance, and lead troubleshooting for equipment breakdowns.

Compliance & Safety Ensure all utility systems meet food safety, environmental, and OSHA regulations.

Project Coordination Coordinate contractor repairs and support capital project installations.

Performance Tracking Monitor energy usage and system efficiency to reduce waste.

Qualifications and skills

5+ years of maintenance experience, with at least 2+ years specifically in utilities.

Experience in food/beverage or fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Technical expertise in piping systems, HVAC/R, process control instrumentation, and electrical systems.

Boiler licensing and Ammonia (refrigeration) certifications are highly preferred.

Strong leadership, communication, and computer skills (e.g., SAP, PLC systems)

The typical hiring range for this role is $70,100 to $122,000 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. 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).

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).

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

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.