Production Operator - 12: X 4 Shift Schedule!

Kerry • Manitowoc, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Operator in Smoke and Grill Ingredient Manufacturing, you'll join a fast-paced, production team where safety, quality, and teamwork matter. As a Production Operator, you’ll run and monitor production equipment keeping lines moving efficiently while meeting Kerry’s high standards. This may include setting up equipment, monitoring quality, troubleshooting minor issues, supporting changeovers, and keeping your work area clean and organized. This is a hands-on role for someone who likes working with machines, solving problems, and being part of a team that produces high-quality products every day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required (over 18 years of age)
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, or quality environments
• Physical agility and ability to stand throughout shift, walk, climb, twist and lift (up to 50 lbs)
• Ability to work with smell of smoke in environment (similar to camp fire)
• Reliable attendance is important for team operations
• Must be self-motivated and conscientious
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems

Nice To Haves

• Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or food safety systems helpful

Responsibilities

• Run and monitor production equipment
• Keep lines moving efficiently
• Meet Kerry’s high standards for quality
• Set up equipment
• Monitor quality
• Troubleshoot minor issues
• Support changeovers
• Keep work area clean and organized

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Employee Share Plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Accident insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED