Production Operator

Production OperatorKerry 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.Why Join Our TeamOur Plant City location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Plant City, FL location is part of our beverage division and specializes in distillation and flavor products for our Kerry customers and brands. We are producing dried crystals from fruits such as honey, mango, and pineapple. Kerry's continuous-belt, vacuum technology, unique in the industry, is a very gentle, low-heat drying technology. The process carefully removes water from juice and puree without affecting important characteristics such as nutrients, flavor, or color.What You'll DoAs a Production Operator, you'll play a key role in the support of food manufacturing operations by operating blending and packaging equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.Core responsibilities:Operate and monitor equipment (pumps, mixers, valves, dehydration systems)Mix batches accurately and perform product testingFollow SOPs, GMPs, and all safety and quality proceduresClean and sanitize equipment per specificationsComplete production records, logs, and ERP transactionsMonitor quality checkpoints and document resultsAssist with packaging and other production needsIdentify process improvements and support continuous improvement effortsWhat You'll Need to SucceedHigh school diploma or GED required1+ year of food manufacturing or production experience preferredBasic computer skills (ERP, Microsoft Office)Ability to perform basic math and use measurement equipmentStrong attention to detail and ability to work independentlyAbility to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, stand for up to 8 hours and work in an environment where the temperature varies.Must follow all safety, GMP, sanitation, and environmental policiesAbility to work overnight shift and adjust schedule as neededWhat We OfferThe hiring rate for this position is $18.00-$20.00 per hour. 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. This job posting is anticipated to expire on July 27, 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 atBeware 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 utilize 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.