Dryer Operator

Requisition ID 51323
Position Type (US)Full Time
Career Function Manufacturing/Production
Recruiter
Posting Type DNI

Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about.

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.

What's in it For You:

No Mandatory Overtime
Company contribution of 11% into 401K - This is NOT a Match! This is a FANTASTIC Benefit of an Automatic Company Contribution!
Amazing benefits starting on the 1st of the month after hired!
PTO starting at 90 days of employment
Great team environment - We get involved with our community as a team to make a difference, connect, and have fun!
Eligible for the Referral bonus Program equal to $1,000 per employee referral

Where You'll Work:

With over 45 plant across North America, the Owen, WI plant is a part of our Dairy division. You'll have the opportunity to work in a fast paced and fun environment . We feel good about our products that make our food taste better. Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you!

What You'll Do:

The Owen, WI facility utilizes five different technologies to produce ingredients for Kerry customers and brands. The Production Operator role is to make safe quality products starting with weighing of the raw ingredients to packaging and shipping out the finished project.

Responsible for following all applicable quality and food safety procedures and policies
Ensure adherence to proper personal safety regulations, policies and procedures
Follow all GMP’s, personal safety, and food safety guidelines & accurately maintain company records and forms
Maintain the work area and ensure equipment is in clean and orderly condition
Must be able to operate machinery and perform tasks in the production and packaging of food products
Safely operate a forklift
Report any defective materials or questionable conditions to the Production Supervisor

What You'll need to be Successful and Safe:

High school degree preferred
Ability to work in different climates (cold or hot)
Ability to work with Cleaning chemicals
Ability to work with others and to be self-directed
Possess mathematical and mechanical aptitude
Ability to problem solve and multi-task
Basic computer skills required

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. EEO is the Law poster can be found here. Additional information can also be here .

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.

Nearest Major Market: Wausau

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