Compounder 2nd Shift - Clark, NJ

Compounder

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. 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 Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Clark facility is unique in the sense they have two buildings. The North building has a fruitier smell to it, the teams in that building are producing natural flavoring and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savory and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy.

160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066

Key Responsibilities

Job Title: Compounder

Shift: 2nd shift, Monday to Friday some overtime and weekends.

Primary Purpose: To compound batches which meet quality and consistency standards in a cost effective, safe and timely manner.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Compound formulas accurately by weight and by ingredients and ensure that the best methodology is utilized based upon the particular product or mix.
• Possess and apply working knowledge of all raw materials before use, ie mixing/heating to ensure quality and consistency in batches.
• Utilize inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.
• Possess and apply working knowledge of all pumps, mixers, scales, fork trucks, high density storage units, meters, and computers.
• Fill out daily scale logs on all scales to be used prior to start of shift. Any discrepancies notify supervisor.
• Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheet using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality.
• Properly label all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.
• Follow all 5S and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.
• Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures.
• Responsible for conformance to Food Safety and Food Quality Plans as described in the Kerry Clark SQF Systems manual. Must report any and all deviations to a member of management and QA- and set product aside until further instructed.
• Other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Skills

To compound batches which meet quality and consistency standards in a cost effective, safe and timely manner.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Compound formulas accurately by weight and by ingredients and ensure that the best methodology is utilized based upon the particular product or mix.
• Possess and apply working knowledge of all raw materials before use, ie mixing/heating to ensure quality and consistency in batches.
• Utilize inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.
• Possess and apply working knowledge of all pumps, mixers, scales, fork trucks, high density storage units, meters, and computers.
• Fill out daily scale logs on all scales to be used prior to start of shift. Any discrepancies notify supervisor.
• Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheet using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality.
• Properly label all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.
• Follow all 5S and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.
• Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures.
• Responsible for conformance to Food Safety and Food Quality Plans as described in the Kerry Clark SQF Systems manual. Must report any and all deviations to a member of management and QA- and set product aside until further instructed.
• Other duties assigned by Management.

Compensation: The pay range for this position is $17.34 - $27.56 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 12/2026.

Disclaimer: 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 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.