Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$29/hr
Requisition ID: 65697 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 wi…
Skills: Fermentation Process Control, CIP/SIP Processes, SAP, Forklift Operation, GMP Compliance
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$29/hr
Requisition ID: 65697 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 wi…
Skills: Fermentation Process Control, CIP/SIP Processes, SAP, Forklift Operation, GMP Compliance
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$29/hr
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Skills: Equipment Operation, Production Training, SAP, Excel, Forklift Operation
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$29/hr
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Skills: Pasteurization, Clean-in-Place (CIP), Equipment Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Documentation
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$80k–$120k/yr
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Skills: Python, Bash, Linux, CI/CD, Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$89k–$149k/yr
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Skills: Product Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Safety-by-Design, Risk Assessment, FMEA
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American fa…
Skills: Forklift Operation, Shipping and Receiving, Pallet Stacking, Inventory Storage, Warehouse Maintenance
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
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Skills: Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Lifecycle Administration, Workday, HCM Systems
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
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Skills: Plumbing, Electrical Repair, HVAC Maintenance, Carpentry, Painting
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
SUMMARY Crenlo is seeking a high-output Production Supervisor to drive daily production results and continuous improvement within our Manufacturing team. This role is responsible for owning line performance — safety, qua…
Skills: Production Supervision, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Inventory Control, Labor Efficiency
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
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Skills: Chemical SOPs, Sanitation Leadership, Food Safety Compliance, Environmental Monitoring, Inventory Tracking
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
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Skills: Sanitation, Food Safety, Chemical Handling, CIP Systems, COP Procedures
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$85k–$128k/yr
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Skills: Quality Management System, FDA Compliance, Regulatory Oversight, GMP, ISO Certification
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$85k–$128k/yr
Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our em…
Skills: Quality Management System, FDA Compliance, Regulatory Oversight, GMP, ISO Certification
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$78k–$117k/yr
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Skills: Quality Management System, FDA Compliance, GMP, ISO Certification, Project Management
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Experience a rewarding career maintaining and repairing industrial equipment with the latest technology in material handling systems which include conveyors, robotics, and automatic guided vehicles.…
Skills: Preventative Maintenance, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Electrical Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Repair, Pneumatic Repair
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
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Skills: PCBA Rework, Component Level Troubleshooting, Advanced Soldering, Electrical Schematic Interpretation, SAP ERP
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$23/hr–$28/hr
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Skills: Sanitation Leadership, Chemical SOPs, Food Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Inventory Tracking
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$26/hr
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Skills: Forklift Operation, Inventory Management, Shipping and Receiving, SAP Software, Customer Service
Rochester, Minnesota, United States · On-site
$17/hr–$26/hr
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Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Operational Reporting, Inventory Control
Rochester, Minnesota, United States • On-site
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Control the fermentation process by inoculating media with yeast and bacteria while monitoring parameters like pH, temperature, and pressure. Operate fermenters and sterilizers, perform sampling, and maintain strict sanitation and food safety standards.
Requires a high school diploma and at least one year of fermentation or related plant operator experience. Must be physically able to lift 60 pounds and work in confined spaces or at elevated heights.
Requisition ID: 65697
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement:
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 employment decisions are made by human recruitment and leadership teams.
Looking for a hands-on manufacturing role where science, process control, and quality come together?
As a Fermentation Operator, you will control the fermentation process and inoculate media with yeast and bacteria to produce fermented intermediate goods. These products are later evaporated and spray dried by separate departments. You’ll monitor multiple fermentors simultaneously, follow strict recipes, and maintain high-care sanitation standards due to the microbial nature of fermented ingredients.
You’ll play a critical role in food safety and quality, and we hope you’ll feel a deep sense of pride when you see friends and family enjoying products you helped produce.
As a Fermentation Operator, you’ll:
What you'll need to be successful and safe:
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: #LI-TH1
Posting Type: LI
We help nourish people, society and our planet with great-tasting, nutritious and sustainable solutions.
Every day, millions of people across the world consume foods and beverages containing our taste and nutrition solutions. Our portfolio spans food, beverage, biotechnology, pharma, and proactive health. We are committed to making the world of food and beverage better for everyone, and dedicated to our Purpose, Inspiring Food, Nourishing Life. We are a company rich in heritage and resources. Over the past five decades, our focus on changing lifestyles, the globalisation of food tastes and ever-evolving consumer needs has brought us to a market-leading global position. Today, we are firmly established as a world leader in the food, beverage and pharma industries, with 19,000+ staff, 119 manufacturing facilities, and 60+ technology and innovation centres globally. We are proud to provide our customers – some of the world’s best-known food, beverage and pharma brands – with the expertise, insights and know-how they need to deliver products that people enjoy and feel better about consuming. Learn more about us on www.kerry.com
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