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.

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

About the role

Hourly non-union
The typical hiring range for this role is $27per 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).  

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential: $ 27 plus shift differential $ 0.50

Shift/Working Hours: 2nd shift 2:30pm-10:30pm

Key responsibilities

Title: Chemical Operator (Distillation)
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Status: Non - Exempt Location: Clark
Primary Purpose:
To fractionate oils from essential oils and compounds,
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
1. Run distillation from start to finish and package in designated containers.
2. Fractionate distillation by pre-determined percentages and label Drums accordingly by lot#, batch#, lbs, cut, etc.
3. Report any and all problems in vacuum, differential pressures and temperatures as soon as they are detected.
4. Ensure all chart recording equipment and logging equipment is in proper working condition.
5. Maintain equipment and working area in accordance to 5S and Good Manufacturing Practices.
6. Follow all safety rules and procedures
7. Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures
8. 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.
9. Other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications and skills

Minimum Requirements:
HS or equivalent experience
Minimum 1 year distillation experience in a manufacturing environment. Must have experience, knowledge and ability to operate forklift truck.
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 long periods of time and walk through the warehouse.
Working Environment:
Factory environment with exposure to flavor, and basic product chemicals and raw
materials.