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Requisition ID 65699
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.

Where you'll work
Our Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division and specializes in fermented
ingredients for products related to the bio-science industry. Our team is proud of the work they do and have
a focus on clean label or natural products ensuring freshness 2402 7th Street NW Rochester, MN 55901.

Compensation Data

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 reqard performance annually while in the 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 positing is anticipated to expire on 12.10.2026.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not us AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and employment decisions are made by human recruitment and leadership teams.

What You'll Do
Operates spray dryer equipment, connects tanks and piping, and performs sanitation and housekeeping
procedures. Follows established procedures and run set points to achieve QC approved products with
optimal yields at lowest costs.

Key responsibilities

Performs tank and piping connections for spray dryers assuring connections for drying products on R3
dryer and for holding tanks, assures connections for CIP of dryers.

Performs CIP of spray dryers, dryer holding tanks and line circuits following selection of CIP cycle on FIX
screen following established procedure for recipe, cycles and chemicals.

Operates spray dryers which include startup and operation of the R3 dryer, floor scales, pumps, motors,
chart recorders, and instruments. Monitors and record processing data.

Uses established process descriptions and job analysis information for control use of propane or natural
gas and powder conveying fans and lines.

Operates computer systems including FIX operator interface, Quality system, and Excel for tracking
historical trends, CIP system, Dryer recipe selection, Works with SAP from start to finish of the spray
dryer batches.

Washes and cleans equipment per the sanitation manual. Follows GMP program and rules.

Operates forklift.

What You'll Need To Be Successful

EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED.
None required. Six months to one year experience in a food manufacturing environment
desirable.

SKILLS

Must have the ability to work alone and in close cooperation with production personnel. Capable
of working through complex problems alone or with others to provide logical solutions.

The physical demands of this position include the ability to walk and stand on a regular basis. Must
frequently climb stairs and ladders.

The ability to reach, bend/stoop, crouch, squat, push/pull and
manipulate is required.

Must occasionally lift product from a variety of positions to 35 pounds. Has an
infrequent need to lift up to 40 pounds.

Vision, hearing, sense of smell, reading and writing are required to
perform this job. Speaking is not an essential function of this position.

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 #LI-TH1
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