Machine Operator Nights - Rothschild, WI

Kerry Group • Rothschild, WI

19h • $27 • 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 Rothschild, WI location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition division and is responsible for our biopharmaceutical needs for Kerry customers and brands. This site is one of two that works with specialized lactose protein within the Kerry organization! People may not realize we're more than just great taste when it comes to food and beverage products - we truly are committed to nutrition and sciences as well!
10202 Foremost Dr. PO Box 98 Rothschild, WI 54474
$27.01 / hour + $1.00 Night Shift Premium
Must be able to work 12hr Night Shift 3-2-3 Schedule, Shift time is 545 pm -600 am. Plus Overtime as needed

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding of the terminology of the job.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.
• Have basic math skills.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to operate forklift and pallet movers.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and the ability to kneel, bend over, squat, stoop, and carry.
• Ability to work in warm and dusty environment.
• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Demonstrate communication, organizational, and the ability to listen
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness, and follow through with tasks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient operation and monitoring of the Spray Dry Dryer and Packager, Crystalline Dryer and Packager, Anhydrous Dryer and Packager and Refinery Assistant positions.
• Adjusts dryer as needed to ensure product uniformity, maximum dryer rates and standards throughout the dryer run.
• Takes appropriate action whenever the raw material or finished product does not meet the Kerry standard for color, texture, smell or foreign material.
• Assisting the packagers in preparing bags, room cleaning, bag staging, warehousing production, scale checks, and taking and submitting samples to the lab per specified frequencies.
• Performs assigned data entry, record keeping and process monitoring functions according to established procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
• Initiates the CIP process on dryer feed tanks, circuits and dryers - hand cleans valves, tubs, jumpers and related equipment per Kerry Master Sanitation Schedules, SQF, Sop`s and Regulatory requirements
• Continuously works to maximize On Product hours and to minimize the off-Product hours. Within a reasonable period, must develop a level of competency that supports trouble shooting equipment problems, and maximize equipment performances. During breakdowns works directly with Maintenance personnel to fix equipment in a timely manner.
• Reports and records all deviations from specified operating parameters and “critical control points,” as established by HACCP and Kerry procedures.
• Seek involvement in continuous improvement activities and processes to support organizational progress on safety, quality, customer service and cost goals.
• Provide break relief to other employees as needed.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED