Plant Administrator

Overview

Requisition : 62014
Position Type: (US) Full Time
Workplace Arrangement:

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 The Plant Administrator plays a key role in supporting the daily administrative operations of the facility. This position is responsible for managing visitor protocols, employee communications, site engagement programs, and various administrative systems. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Administrator ensures smooth front office operations, supports HR processes, and contributes to a positive employee experience.

• Greet site visitors and manage a positive first impression; confirm appointments and verify identification.
• Guide visitors through the sign-in process using the Traction Guest tablet system.
• Answer incoming calls and direct calls to proper team members.
• Manage the system for key fob access and maintain key fob inventory.
• Support I-9 process for new hires and offboarding processes.
• Manage user and group access for Keep Stock vending machines.
• Coordinate internal communications, including site announcements, HR board, and digital signage.
• Maintain and update the "You Said, We Did" board and employee kudos program.
• Ensure cleanliness and supply levels in conference rooms, front office, and lunchroom.
• Maintain inventory of office and supply closet materials.
• Manage site purchase orders (POs) and stock the PPE closet.
• Handle incoming and outgoing site mail.
• Coordinate Town Hall meetings, employee lunches, and community activities.
• Support internal programs and Off-Site Planning as needed.
• Serve as the Site Engagement Champion and manage internal social media.
• Complete additional tasks assigned by the Plant Manager or HRBP.

• Minimum Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of administrative or office coordination experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with office software and digital communication tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Office and manufacturing plant environment.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and lift to 25 pounds.
• Occasional extended hours or flexible scheduling may be required.

This job description provides a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities required for this job. It should not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Kerry reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary.

Kerry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The pay range for this position is $25 - $27 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. 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, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 12/31/25.

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.

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