About this role
Requisition ID 62960
Position Type (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement
About Kerry
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 flavoring 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
Key responsibilities
Filtration Operator 2nd shift.
Job Responsibilities & Description
• Stage and prepare ingredients as outlined on mix batch sheets.
• Understands and effectively utilizes Tetra system automated controls to include system startup, continued production and CIP.
• Utilizing the Oracle production tools and wireless handheld computers to correctly issue and scan materials as they are consumed for production. This includes returning materials after the production run is completed.
• In conjunction with the maintenance department perform routine maintenance on all process equipment. This includes but not limited to valves, pumps, O-rings gaskets etc.
• Manage all functions related to cleaning and sanitizing the system and their work area.
• Perform and document all inspections of critical parameters as outlined by the official thermal process for each product.
• Trouble shoot and resolve basic to moderate operating issues involving processing and mixing equipment.
• Communicate to all other facility personnel regarding any delays or problems in the batching area that would hinder production.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations as required during the entire batching process. This includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, percentages, and ratios).
• Must follow all employee safety, food safety and quality procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Responsible for proper shift handoff with oncoming/ outgoing operators.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to lift up at least 50 pounds
• Must wear all required PPE as required such as protective gloves, aprons, face shields and safety glasses.
• Leadership and ownership of the department, job responsibilities and job functions
• Manage all functions related to cleaning and sanitizing their work area, as per master cleaning schedule.
• Must be able to work independently as well as professionally with other team members.
Qualifications and skills
Job Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have at least 3-5 years of recent batching experience
• Proficient math, reading, and mechanical comprehension skills
• Must be able to consistently lift & move 50 lbs throughout entire shift
Compensation Information
The pay range for this position is $17.34 to 27.56 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 2/28/2025.
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
Other facts
About Kerry Group
Every day, millions of people throughout the world consume foods and beverages containing Kerry’s taste and nutrition solutions. We are committed to making the world of food and beverage better for everyone, and dedicated to our Purpose, Inspiring Food, Nourishing Life.
At Kerry, 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.
Kerry is 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 22,000+ staff and 150+ innovation and manufacturing centres across 30+ countries.
Learn more about Kerry: www.kerry.com
What you'll do
- The Filtration Operator is responsible for staging and preparing ingredients, utilizing automated controls, and performing routine maintenance on process equipment. They must also manage cleaning and sanitizing functions and communicate any production issues.
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