Boiler Operator Rotating Day Shift - Rochester, MN

Kerry Group • Rochester, MN

2d • $34 • Onsite

About The Position

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 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

Requirements

• Valid Minnesota Class 1C Boiler Engineer License or higher.
• Demonstrated experience operating high pressure boilers (preferably >500 HP).
• Strong understanding of steam systems, combustion principles, and related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with computerized monitoring/logging systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in industrial or large commercial boiler operations.
• Familiarity with automated boiler controls and PLC systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high pressure boilers (500+ HP).
• Adjust and control steam pressure, combustion efficiency, feedwater levels, and system temperatures.
• Conduct routine equipment rounds and respond promptly to alarms or abnormal conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on boilers, pumps, valves, burners, and auxiliary equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues related to controls, combustion systems, feedwater equipment, and steam distribution.
• Coordinate with maintenance technicians and contractors for repairs.
• Follow all safety policies, including PPE use and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain compliance with Minnesota boiler licensing regulations and facility procedures.
• Complete required logs, inspections, and documentation.
• Conduct and record boiler water chemistry tests.
• Adjust chemical feed systems to ensure proper treatment, scale prevention, and corrosion control.
• Maintain detailed operational logs of steam production, fuel usage, alarms, and maintenance work.
• Document irregularities, system adjustments, and corrective actions.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees