Production Operator Days - Norwich, NY

Kerry Group • Norwich, NY

106d • $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 Norwich, NY location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division and one of our specialty sites that creates proteins, lactose, coatings, and flavors. The location lies within Chenango County and is advantageously located within a 50-mile radius of the major cities of Binghamton, Syracuse, Utica, Cooperstown and Oneonta.

Requirements

• HSD/GED preferred.
• 2-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Be able to write clearly and legibly.
• Be able to read and understand written instructions from the department supervisor or group leader.
• Be capable of strict adherence to company policies and yet able to use common sense in making many daily decisions required in this position.
• Individual should be capable of adjusting his/her work schedule to the requirements of the department.
• Individual should realize that overtime is sometimes required in order to complete a particular batch or batching sequence.
• Working knowledge of computer systems necessary (IBM, Windows, Excel, Word, e-mail) or be trained to perform these functions within the probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation and basic maintenance of any equipment needed.
• Dry blenders and packaging operations.
• Coatings.
• Meat tenderizer line operations.
• Lubritose.
• Individual must hold a forklift truck license and operate the equipment at all times safely and efficiently.
• Responsible for batch make up, finished product production and packaging.
• Must be able to complete warehousing procedures for raw materials, finished products and piece packages.
• Must be able to safely move packages up to 1200# with equipment provided.
• Must be able to manually move/dump up to 55# packages at a rate of 1500# per hour.
• Must be proficient with the use of a calculator.
• Must be able to use the computer to complete data entry in Excel, Word, and use computer-controlled equipment.
• Be proficient in the SAP system and train others in its use.
• May be required to handle hazardous waste (internal training provided).
• Responsible for staging material.

Benefits

• 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