Warehouse Material Sampler 1st Shift - Clark, NJ

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 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 flavorings 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

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential $22.07 29.00

Shift/Working Hours 8am 4pm

Key Responsibility

Responsible for obtaining material samples required by R&D teams and Quality department alongside pre-manufacturing and co-manufacturing sample processes. Ensure proper sampling techniques, documentation, and chain of custody procedures are followed. When availability allows, support internal warehouse activities including small parcel shipments and general material handling operations.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare material samples for R&D and Quality teams following established sampling protocols and procedures.
• Execute pre-manufacturing and co-manufacturing sample processes, ensuring proper identification, labeling, and traceability.
• Maintain accurate sample documentation and chain of custody records using RF scanners and inventory management systems.
• Coordinate with R&D and Quality teams to ensure timely sample collection and delivery to meet testing schedules.
• Process and prepare small parcel shipments (UPS, FedEx, etc.) including proper packaging, labeling, and carrier system entry.
• Support warehouse operations by moving materials and inventory as needed for manufacturing and storage operations.
• Maintain GMP's and complete functions on the sanitation schedule.
• Operate forklifts in a safe and efficient manner for material handling and sample collection activities.
• 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 all deviations to a member of management and QA- and set product aside until further instructed.
• Other duties assigned by Management and roll will cover core material handler duties in warehouse as and when required.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Requirements

High school or equivalent. Knowledge and experience to operate a forklift. Ability to read and write in English. Ability to see to read labels and identify materials for sampling. Ability to perform basic math computations. Basic computer skills including shipping systems and sample tracking software. Must have good communication skills both written and verbal to coordinate with R&D and Quality teams. Attention to detail for accurate sample collection and documentation.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs - Must be able to walk throughout the warehouse / plant and sit to operate a forklift.

Working Environment

Factory environment with exposure to flavor and basic product chemicals and raw materials. Warehouse and manufacturing environment is typically ambient with variations of climate based on time of year.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $22.07 - $29.00 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.

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).