Warehouse Operative

We Are Kerry

Requisition . Position Type:
Full Time (US). Workplace Arrangement:
On-site (Seattle, WA).

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 Seattle, WA facility is an integral part of our Beverage division, specializing in the creation of sweet syrups and sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. The state‑of‑the‑art production site features advanced technology and a collaborative team environment, where employees are encouraged to support one another's success.

• Accurately prepare, receive, and ship orders according to strict standards.
• Safely operate lift trucks and efficiently transport materials and finished goods.
• Keep the workspace clean and safe by following protocols.
• Use scan guns and quickly record data in SAP.
• Label, seal, palletize, and wrap products for safe delivery.
• Embrace Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and always wear PPE.
• Help optimize warehouse space and support your team where needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in food or chemical manufacturing preferred (1 year).
• Prior operation and certification with electric pallet jacks and lift trucks preferred (6 months).
• Experience with inventory management, RF scanners, cycle counting, and SAP software is a plus.
• Ability to accurately prepare, receive, and ship orders following customer, company, and regulatory standards.
• Strong attendance, flexibility for overtime, and commitment to safety and GMPs, including PPE usage.
• Attention to detail, math and analytical skills, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to complete required certifications and promptly report food safety or quality concern.

Pay rate: $26.48 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. This job posting is anticipated to expire on January 19, 2026.

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.