Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
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. Just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park facility is part of our meat division business where we produce batter blends, pastry blends, and bread crumbs. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility that comes together as a team to get the job done. With a growing portfolio, comes need to grow our team! If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can make a difference with, we might be the place for you!
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Able to communicate in English to understanding the job terminology.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and manufacturing orders. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs multiple times every day, and lift at least 50 lbs regularly.
Nice To Haves
- 1 to 3 years related experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred, or any manufacturing industry required
Responsibilities
- Move and transfer ingredients by hand, cart, or forklift
- Document temperature and machine readings with accuracy
- Regularly handle objects weighing up to 50+ lbs in a frequent basis.
- Responsible for machine start up, shut down and changeover procedures.
- Verify that screens on sifters are in good condition and are appropriate for the product that is running.
- Record all raw materials neatly and accurately on the manufacturing order (MO).
- Perform a wide variety of miscellaneous duties which may include sweeping, clean-up, removing garbage, taking samples and etc.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- paid time off
- a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
- Employee Share Plan
- Life, disability, and accident insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
