Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations

Requisition

Position Type (US) Full Time

Primary purpose:
Operate and monitor the sawdust dryer, APV evaporator, calciners, and other processing equipment to support safe, efficient, and continuous production operations.

• Comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to all HACCP food safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and company guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and organized work area at all times.
• Follow and complete the Master Sanitation Schedule in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of processing equipment.
• Maintain current and accurate production logs and Master Sanitation Schedule documentation.
• Ensure compliance with air permit requirements related to cyclone operations.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required.

• Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stoop, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, arm extensions and perform elevated work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.
• PFT & respirator fit test required.
• Working at heights / climbing ladders.

Ability to work in hot, cold or wet environments.

The pay rate for this position is $20 per hour. 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.

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.

The pay rate for this position is $20 per hour. 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.