Manufacturing Associate -Batching & Pulling

Kerry Group • Sturtevant, WI

1d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Sturtevant, WI location is part of our Meat Division and creates dry seasoning blends for meat and snacks items that spice up the life of Kerry customers. We work hard, play hard, and give back to the community we work in through our Kerry employee engagement program - and we’re proud of that contribution to our local food banks and organizations. We are located a commutable 20 minutes from the Milwaukee metro area, with easy on/off access from I-94. If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with, we might be the team for you! 1751 Enterprise Dr, Sturtevant, WI 53177.
We are looking for 2nd shift and 3rd shift workers.
The Batching & Pulling Operator is responsible for ensuring safe and high-quality output of batching and pulling tasks within expected timeframes. This role involves successfully completing allergen and non-allergen partials and picking within a reasonable timeframe to prevent production interruptions. This is a skilled position within the organization.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding of the terminology of the job.
• Basic computer experience.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.
• Ability kneel, bend, squat, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, arm extensions and perform elevated work.
• Ability to work in hot, cold or wet environments. Environment may be dust filled at times
• Ability to lift continuously.
• Ability to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.
• Ability to walk up to 135 feet one way many times a day.
• Ability to continuously stand/walk up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb stairs or ladder.
• High School Diploma/GED required

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing and blending operation experience preferred.
• Previous work experience within a food manufacturing and distribution environment preferred.
• Previous experience with scanners/RF guns preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) requirements.
• Adhere to all allergen control and sanitation SOPs.
• Follow manufacturing instructions and accurately enter data into the system.
• Accurately read and operate a scale.
• Measure products on scales/weights.
• Fill new bags, label, and stack pallets for blending.
• Safely lift/carry 50 lb bags, boxes, and totes repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Maintain room cleanliness and a clean, safe work area.
• Uphold GMPs and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a hazard-free work area.
• Report all accidents and near-misses immediately.
• Attend Tier 1 meetings and provide input as requested.
• Operate a forklift for required tasks.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Accurately perform transactions in software system (SAP).
• Report to the Batching & Pulling Manager and follow the direction of the Batching & Pulling Lead on shift.
• Batch and stage raw materials for production.
• Obtain authorization as an order picker operator.
• Pull and stage raw materials for production.
• Obtain authorization as a Bendi forklift operator.
• Support batching and staging of raw materials for production.
• Transfer needed full unit materials from the warehouse for batchers to weigh.
• Support batching and pulling where most needed on any given day.
• Be assigned to areas of need on any given day.
• Perform Batcher, Puller, and Shopper duties.

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