Production Operators - Hiring Event!
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. Join us Thursday, February, 5, 2026 from 700AM - 700PM Location Main Street United Methodist Activity Center 223 Main Street, Byesville, OH 43723 Our Byesville, OH facility is part of Kerry’s Beverage division, producing and packaging fruit‑based juice mixes, syrups, and extracts. The plant has recently undergone a significant expansion, adding highly technical, state‑of‑the‑art processing and blending equipment to support increased production capacity. You’ll be joining a fast‑paced, high‑volume, FDA‑regulated environment that is clean, well‑ventilated, and designed for efficiency and safety. We operate three 8‑hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with overtime available on Saturdays to support growing customer demand. As a Production Operator, you’ll play a key role in producing high‑quality beverage ingredients by following detailed instructions and maintaining strict safety and regulatory standards. You’ll work with advanced systems and automated technology that support precision, speed, and consistent product quality.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; must be 18+
- Basic math skills, including ability to calculate percentages
- Minimum 6 months manufacturing experience (food or chemical industry preferred)
- Strong attendance record and willingness to work overtime
- Self‑motivated, safety‑focused, and team‑oriented
- Mechanical aptitude and solid problem‑solving skills
- Ability to complete required certifications
Nice To Haves
- Prior electric pallet jack experience and safety certification preferred
- Familiarity with MS Office; SAP experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Blending Pull raw materials, measure accurately, and load into 1,500–4,000‑gallon hoppers using modern, high‑capacity equipment.
- Filling Operate high‑speed filling lines to bottle or package products, verify labeling accuracy, and ensure proper sealing.
- Downline Operations Manage finishing processes, ensuring product alignment, consistency, and quality.
- Lift Truck Operation Safely transport raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
