Production Operative

Overview

Requisition 65288

Position Type (US) Full Time

Workplace Arrangement We Are Kerry

Our Owatonna, MN location is part of our Dry Beverage Division and specializes in agglomeration and/or coating of nutraceuticals and functional food ingredients in some of your favorite dietary supplements and drinks. The site has approximately 50 employees that contribute to product formulation, ingredient processing, and particle coating solutions in the food, beverage, and nutraceutical ingredient industries. We are hiring career‑minded people to help meet growing demands for quality ingredients.

The Production Operators follow formulas to ensure customers receive the ideal dry‑blended ingredients to flavor their products. This involves operation of a variety of production and processing equipment to manufacture products efficiently and within all specifications and quality standards. During a shift you may pull raw materials, measure, use lift trucks and/or cranes, and monitor and document production results. Your attention to detail and commitment to safe processes will ensure that the best product is shipped daily.

It is critical to success that all government regulations, policies and related processes are met and/or exceeded. The successful employees in this role may become leaders for other employees and consistently communicate with the production team.

• High School graduate or equivalent, eighteen (18) years or older
• 1 year of food or chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• 6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
• Reliable attendance is important for team operations.
• Must be self‑motivated and conscientious.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems.
• Ability to complete certification requirementU
• Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred

The pay rate for this position is $$$ 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.

400 pm – 230 am, Monday – Thursday. Overtime is available, usually not mandatory.

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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