Manufacturing Associate

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

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 

 

Hourly non-union 

The typical hiring range for this role is $24.00 per hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).   

Shift: 3rd shift, 8 hours per day (40 per week) Sunday-Thursday 10:30PM - 6:30AM plus $1/hour shift differential. 

Key responsibilities

Role Description, Skills, Experience and Qualifications required: Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

•  Product Formulation from raw materials including but not limited to Compounding various liquid formulas and preparing emulsions used in product formulas.

•   Operation, Cleaning and Maintenance or processing equipment

•  Basic Understanding of Spray Dry technology

•  Operation of various spray drying units to achieve desire results

•  Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheet using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality.

•  Packaging of Finished Product associated with spray drying

•  Properly label all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.

•  Utilize inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.

•  Follow all 5S and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.

•  Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures

•  Responsible for conformance to Food Safety and Food Quality Plans as described in the Kerry Clark SQF Systems manual. Must report any and all deviations to a member of management and QA- and set product aside until further instructed.

•  Other duties assigned by Management

Qualifications and skills

Minimum Requirements:

HS or equivalent experience

Must have experience within the Flavor or a closely related industry.

Must be proficient in compounding techniques and raw materials.

 

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds and move up to 400 pounds. Must be able to operate forklifts and other equipment integral to the job functions. Must be able to see and distinguish between labels. Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk through the warehouse. Must be certified to wear a respirator and follow all rules regarding respirator wear.

 

Working Environment: Factory environment with exposure to flavor, and basic product chemicals and raw materials.