Production Associate

​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 role is vital to our mission of delivering sustainable nutrition solutions while ensuring operational efficiency and product excellence.

If you're ready to join a dynamic team committed to creating sustainable nutrition solutions, we invite you to apply today for the 3rd shift (6P-6A) Production Associate position at Kerry!

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

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. 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 12.31.26.

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.

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Posting Type: DNI