Runner/ Operator Nights - Rochester, MN

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

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

 

 

$20.00 + $1.00 Shif Dif

 Shift/Working Hours: 4:45 AM to 5:15 PM

 

The wage for this role is $20.00 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). 

 

The Runner Operator is responsible for operating equipment and performing diverse job functions on a routine basis. Provides support to wet blending, packaging, liquid receiving, fermentation, and other job areas as assigned. Trains production operators in new and existing practices. Recommends changes to achieve improved efficiency.

Key responsibilities

1. Performs tasks for: Liquid Packaging, Fermentation, Wet Blending, Liquid Receiving, Spray Drying, Powder Packaging, and other areas as assigned. Provides support and relieves relief operators.
2. Trains production operators in new and existing practices.
3. Assists team leaders in orientation and development of new joiners.
4. Floats to other positions and may occasionally work in a number of roles in any given shift.
5. Operates computer systems including FIX operator interface, Inelex, SAP, and Excel; tracks and records historical trends, and selects recipes, cycles, and chemicals using electronic media.
6. Follow established procedures and run setpoints to achieve QC approved products with optimal yields at lowest costs. Recommends changes to achieve improved efficiency.
7. Washes and cleans equipment per the sanitation manual. Follows GMP program and rules.
8. Operates forklift and aerial lifts.
9. Assist other production operators as time/shift allows.
10. May be certified as a forklift trainer

Qualifications and skills

What you'll need to be successful and safe: 

 

EDUCATION:  ​High school diploma or GED.​
EXPERIENCE:  ​None required. Hiring preference will be given to candidates with two or more years’ experience in food production environments and/or experience in key departments. Must have ability to be fully trained in Fermentation, Wet Blending, Liquid Receiving and Spray Drying positions within one year. ​
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.​