Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

​Requisition ID 65947 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite 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 $16 - $25/hr.Shift/Working Hours 1rst Shift/630am - 230 pm Perform safe and accurate movement, replenishment, storage, and staging of materials throughout the warehouse and production support areas. Maintain transaction accuracy, storage discipline, and material availability for production and outbound operations. Key responsibilities -  Move raw materials, packaging, and finished goods using approved warehouse equipment and established traffic rules. -  Supply production and warehouse areas with materials based on demand, replenishment signals, or supervisor direction. -  Put away newly received materials into correct locations and maintain accurate RF/SAP movement records. -  Consolidate and rearrange stock to improve warehouse organization, space use, and picking efficiency. -  Complete picking queues and move order-ready material to the proper staging or shipping areas when assigned. -  Follow material status, segregation, allergen, and storage control requirements at all times. -  Inspect equipment before use and report any safety, damage, or operating issues immediately. -  Maintain housekeeping in aisles, storage locations, and support areas. -  Crosstrain in receiving, shipping support, and inventory count support as directed. -  Escalate mislocated stock, count differences, damaged product, and unsafe conditions promptly. Cross-Training and Functional Support -  Support adjacent logistics functions as trained and assigned to maintain operational continuity across inbound, internal supply, outbound, and administrative activities. Performance and Compliance Expectations -  Perform work in accordance with SOPs, GMP, food safety, allergen control, sanitation, and applicable regulatory or transportation standards relevant to the role. Other Functions as Needed or Assigned -  Support cycle count preparation, return bin review, or warehouse cleanup projects. -  Assist with dock support or staging work during peak outbound periods. Qualifications and skills Safety and compliance mindset. -  Attention to detail and transaction accuracy. -  Ability to follow SOPs and work instructions. -  Clear written and verbal communication. -  Teamwork and cross-functional support. -  Adaptability and willingness to cross-train. Minimum Requirements -  High School diploma or equivalent required. -  Forklift or warehouse equipment experience preferred. -  Basic computer and RF scanning skills preferred. -  Ability to work safely, follow instructions, and communicate clearly required. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to bend, reach, stand, and walk for extended periods. Must be able to visually distinguish labels, product markings, and location identifiers and work safely around forklifts, trailers, and warehouse traffic. Working Environment Ambient warehouse and factory environment with exposure to raw materials, packaging, finished goods, forklift traffic, trailers, and basic product chemicals. Compensation Data The pay range for this position is $16 - $25 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 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. Recruiter Posting Type DNI