Production Associate

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. Requisition ID 66371 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement 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 As a Production Associate at Kerry, you will be an integral part of our manufacturing team, contributing to the production of high-quality food and nutrition products. This position is for the 3rd shift (6P-6A) and is vital to our mission of delivering sustainable nutrition solutions while ensuring operational efficiency and product excellence. Key responsibilities Operate machinery and equipment on the production line to ensure efficient manufacturing processes. Conduct regular inspections of equipment and production processes to maintain safety and quality. Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines. Maintain a clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety regulations. Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors promptly. Add bag/tote to the fill head. Operate the bagger/ tote system to bring powder into the tote/bag. Ensure bags are properly sealed going through the heat sealer. Verify weights of bags/totes prior to GRing to good product. Perform Metal checks accurately. Disassemble and clean all equipment from in packaging rooms. Ability to change comil and sifter screens accurately. Scrape product build up in dryer. Qualifications and skills Experience working in a manufacturing facility or factory setting is preferred. Basic mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise. Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality control standards. Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Good communication skills for effective collaboration with colleagues. Problem solving ability and aptitude for learning and professional growth. Previous experience in process operation in which has been demonstrated a high degree of competence and understanding of process equipment. Must be able to lift 50lbs repeatedly Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.85-29.74 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. Medical Dental Vision Paid time off 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities Employee Share Plan Life Disability Accident insurance Tuition reimbursement This job posting is anticipated to expire on 12.31.26. Equal Opportunity and Compliance 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr Kerry