Production Operator

Kerry Group•Byesville, OH

19d•$17•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 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 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! The Production Operators are responsible for completing processes to provide customers with fruit based, beverage specific syrups, sauces and extracts. Each position takes action in accordance with detailed instructions, following safe practices and operating within FDA and related regulations. Positions available include Blending – pulling raw materials, measuring and loading into 1500-to-4000-gallon hoppers. Filling – operating high speed equipment that fills bottles, or other containers with fluids, ensures labeling is aligned and packages are sealed. Downline – Operating finishing of line, ensuring alignment, product Lift Truck Operator – Transports raw materials and finished product, related duties. Our team members are committed to • Consistently communicating and collaborating with others. • Completing required training within deadlines. • Embracing and practicing safe work habits, following Kerry policies and procedures. • Participating in Kerry continuous improvement practices, development and implementation initiatives. • Participating in learning, development and cross-training initiatives.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent required, eighteen (18) years or older
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

Nice To Haves

1 year of Food or chemical manufacturing experience ideal.
6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred.

Responsibilities

Completing processes to provide customers with fruit based, beverage specific syrups, sauces and extracts.
Taking action in accordance with detailed instructions
Following safe practices
Operating within FDA and related regulations
Consistently communicating and collaborating with others.
Completing required training within deadlines.
Embracing and practicing safe work habits, following Kerry policies and procedures.
Participating in Kerry continuous improvement practices, development and implementation initiatives.
Participating in learning, development and cross-training initiatives.

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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