Plant Operative - AM and PM

Plant Operative - Full Time AM and PM positions available

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.

• Perform processes necessary for the successful operation of all phases of the equipment
• Operate equipment through the use and understanding of automated control systems
• Monitor equipment and maintain processing conditions to meet product specifications and production quotas
• Maintain accurate records pertaining to the operation of the equipment and related production data
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform routine mechanical troubleshooting during equipment operation
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of equipment piping systems
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of equipment belts, rollers, gears and pumps
• Perform routine equipment greasing and lubrication maintenance
• Perform Quality Assurance tests on produced product
• Execute procedures, perform analysis and verify QA standards process
• Perform, contribute and/or complete special projects and/or other job assignments as required, including assistance with other equipment monitoring, operation and maintenance
• Process and handle product from equipment
• Remove and replace seal
• Perform routine cleaning of equipment
• Perform routine cleaning of internal and external equipment using caustic materials
• Load tankers as required
• Drive forklifts, spotting tractor and use pallet jacks
• Complete required paperwork
• Complete routine inventory of various parts, tools and/or equipment
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned and/or required

• Work a four‑day consecutive schedule of twelve‑hour shifts, with 4 days on / 4 days off, remaining on the same shift at all times
• Climb stairs repeatedly each hour of the twelve‑hour shift
• Operate and understand computer hardware and software related to the operation and control of this process
• Operate and control equipment related to the manufacturing process
• Perform work above shoulder height / overhead
• Use tools/equipment requiring pushing and pulling
• Operate vibrating tools
• Transport necessary items to the required location weighing a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Wear a respirator for prolonged periods while performing certain job responsibilities in an area requiring PPE
• Perform job responsibilities within working conditions with temperatures averaging 90+ degrees and possible humidity of 100 percent
• Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and/or safety requirements
• Starting wage of $21.86 per hour with an additional $1.50 shift premium for PM shift

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, vacation, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, life, disability and accident insurance, supplied uniforms, safety boot and cold weather yearly allowance and perfect attendance bonuses
• Eight paid holidays, including two floating holidays per calendar year
• This job posting is anticipated to expire on 4/30/26

Location:

Rhinelander, WI