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Illinois is a major hub for food & beverage Green Card sponsorship, anchored by global companies like Kraft Heinz, Mondelez International, and U.S. Foods, all headquartered in the Chicago metro area. Manufacturing facilities in Rockford, Peoria, and the broader Chicagoland region add substantial demand for sponsored roles across production, food science, and supply chain functions.
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Requisition ID: 64939
Position Type: (US) Full Time
Workplace Arrangement:
Where you'll work:
As the world's largest industrial vinegar producer, Fleischmann's Vinegar welcomes a new era while continuing to deliver the quality customers have expected for the past 100 years. Kerry's Applied Health & Nutrition company acquired Fleishmann's Vinegar in 2018.
Shift Information: 1st Shift, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
What you'll do:
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll perform a wide range of preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across electrical, mechanical, and facility systems. You’ll work from diagrams, sketches, manuals, and manufacturer specifications to maintain and repair equipment such as pumps, motors, pneumatic valves, instrumentation, and other process equipment.
Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to):
- Perform inspections and preventive maintenance and troubleshoot/repair plant equipment and facility systems.
- Support electrical work including troubleshooting motors/controls and installing conduit and wiring for motors, lighting, and control devices (valves, limit switches, etc.).
- Perform mechanical and piping work as needed (pumps, seals, bearings, valves; PVC and welded piping) and welding/fabrication support as qualified.
- Support plant projects and coordinate work with Engineering, operators, and outside contractors/vendors as needed.
- Follow all safety and quality requirements and help ensure maintenance work is completed using safe procedures.
- Use SAP/MVP to document work, track parts, and support maintenance planning and reporting.
What you'll need to be successful:
- Repair and maintain instrumentation and low-voltage circuits.
- Knowledge of basic 110/480V electrical wiring (or equivalent).
- Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and flowcharts.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to spot inconsistencies and correct errors.
- Ability to weld on pipe (required).
- Run and repair PVC piping.
- General knowledge of ammonia systems and compressors.
Additional qualifications
- Critical thinking: use logic and reasoning to evaluate options and solve problems.
- Education: high school diploma (or equivalent) plus vocational/trade training to meet job requirements.
- Experience: 5 years’ experience in building maintenance and machinery repair; welding experience required.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $32 - $40 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 6/30/26.
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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Which food & beverage companies in Illinois sponsor Green Cards?
Several large food & beverage employers headquartered or operating in Illinois have a track record of Green Card sponsorship, including Kraft Heinz, Mondelez International, U.S. Foods, McDonald's corporate offices, and Ingredion. These companies regularly file PERM labor certifications for roles in food science, engineering, quality assurance, and supply chain management, particularly at facilities in the Chicago metro, Naperville, and Northbrook.
Which cities in Illinois have the most food & beverage Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, including Deerfield, Northbrook, and Naperville, account for the largest concentration of food & beverage Green Card sponsorship opportunities in Illinois, driven by corporate headquarters and R&D centers. Rockford and Peoria also see demand, particularly in food manufacturing and processing. Rural areas in central and southern Illinois host agricultural processing operations that occasionally sponsor production and quality roles.
What types of food & beverage roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Illinois?
Roles most commonly sponsored include food scientists, process engineers, quality assurance managers, regulatory affairs specialists, and supply chain analysts. These positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, which supports the PERM labor certification process under the EB-2 or EB-3 categories. Skilled production supervisors and technicians with specialized experience may also qualify under EB-3, depending on the employer's specific requirements.
How do I find food & beverage Green Card sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to browse food & beverage roles in Illinois where employers are open to Green Card sponsorship. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate surfaces positions tagged for Green Card sponsorship in the food & beverage sector, helping you focus your applications on employers already prepared to support the process.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in food & beverage?
Illinois does not have state-level immigration programs, so Green Card sponsorship follows federal PERM and immigrant visa petition processes regardless of location. However, Illinois employers in food & beverage are subject to Illinois labor law prevailing wage standards that interact with PERM requirements. Unionized facilities, which are common in Chicago-area food manufacturing, may have additional hiring procedures that affect how employers structure sponsored positions and PERM recruitment documentation.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card food & beverage jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.