Production Operator - Blending

Kerry Group • Byesville, OH

110d • $19

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 Byesville, OH, USA plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other similar liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you!

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Eighteen (18) years or older.
• 6 months of manufacturing experience, preferably in a chemical or food processing facility.
• 3 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
• Use of MS products required, SAP software preferred.
• Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime.
• Must be self-motivated and conscientious.
• Ability to work well with a team or other coworkers.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems.
• Ability to complete certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow 'recipes' to ensure the customers receive the ideal liquid ingredients.
• Measure ingredients and use lifts and cranes.
• Learn processes and follow procedures.
• Maintain attention to detail and safe processes.
• Complete required training within deadlines.
• Embrace and practice safe work habits, Kerry policies and procedures.
• Participate in Kerry continuous improvement practices, development, and implementation initiatives.
• Support new-employee learning & development and cross-training initiatives.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $19.93 per hour.
• Eligibility for a shift differential and/or overtime.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• Retirement contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED