Job Description

About Kerry

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.

About the role

Our Rothschild, WI location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition division and is responsible for our biopharmaceutical needs for Kerry customers and brands. This site is one of two that works with specialized lactose protein within the Kerry organization! People may not realize we're more than just great taste when it comes to food and beverage products - we truly are committed to nutrition and sciences as well!

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential: $25.91/hr + $.65/hr night differential

Shift/Working Hours:  2-2-3,  5:45pm - 6:00am

The wage for this role is $25.91 per hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). 

Key responsibilities

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, this position is responsible to efficiently run/fill in on the dry side of the plant.
· Responsible for the efficient operation and monitoring of the Packager, Spray Dry Dryer and Packager, Crystalline Dryer and Packager, Anhydrous Dryer and Packager and Refinery
Assistant positions.
· Adjusts dryer as needed to ensure product uniformity, maximum dryer rates and standards throughout the dryer run.
· Takes appropriate action whenever the raw material or finished product does not meet the Kerry standard for color, texture, smell or foreign material.
· Assisting the bagger personnel in preparing bags, room cleaning, bag staging, warehousing production, scale checks, and taking and submitting samples to the lab per specified frequencies.
· Performs assigned data entry, record keeping and process monitoring functions according to established procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
· Initiates the CIP process on dryer feed tanks, circuits and dryers - hand cleans valves, tubs, jumpers and related equipment per Kerry Master Sanitation Schedules, SQF, Sop`s and Regulatory requirements
· Continuously works to maximize On Product hours and to minimize the off-Product hours. Within a reasonable period, must develop a level of competency that supports trouble shooting equipment problems, and maximize equipment performances. During breakdowns works directly with
Maintenance personnel to fix equipment in a timely manner.
· Reports and records all deviations from specified operating parameters and “critical control points,” as established by HACCP and Kerry procedures.
· Seek involvement in continuous improvement activities and processes to support organizational progress on safety, quality, customer service and cost goals.
· Provide break relief to other employees as needed.
· Develops and maintains positive relationships with co-workers. When necessary, communicate with plant visitors or guests in a professional, helpful, timely manner to project a positive image of Kerry and our products.
· Complying with all safety and work rules and regulations, and departmental housekeeping standards.
· Regular and punctual attendance and physical presence in the workplace.
· Timely and accurate completion of duties.
· Complete special projects as assigned.
· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and skills

Key Competencies:

Computer Skills

Language Skills
Mathematical Skills
Requires organizational and planning skills.

Requires the ability to perform simple data entry functions on network computers and the occasional operation of basic office equipment (calculator, FAX machine, copier, etc.)

Must be able to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Education/Qualifications:
· This position requires a high school diploma, or GED.

• Experience: Previous Manufacturing a plus

​Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov) .                              

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.      

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Posting Type: DNI

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