Aseptic Beverage Production Leader

Kerry; Byesville (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a Production Processing Manager to lead all aseptic beverage-processing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production of high‑quality products. The role is a key member of the Site Leadership Team and expands leadership scope over time based on performance and organizational needs.

The ideal candidate will have eight+ years in manufacturing with progressive leadership, strong business judgment, and the ability to influence beyond the processing department,

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in food/beverage manufacturing.
• Minimum eight years in manufacturing with leadership responsibilities.
• Direct experience with aseptic or UHT processing.
• Experience supporting FDA/BRCGS audits and food-safety programs.
• Strong people leadership, staffing, and development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day aseptic processing operations including batching, mixing, blending, UHT/HTST processing, and sterilization.
• Ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met across safety, yield, throughput, and cost.
• Oversee CIP/SIP processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure reliable plant operations.
• Mentor and develop operators, leads, supervisors, and technicians; manage staffing and performance reviews.

Skills

Aseptic processing

UHT/HTST processing

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Tools

Automation systems

Batch records systems

Quality systems (FDA)

Job description

Kerry is seeking a Production Processing Manager to lead all aseptic beverage-processing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production of high‑quality products. The role is a key member of the Site Leadership Team and expands leadership scope over time based on performance and organizational needs.

The ideal candidate will have eight+ years in manufacturing with progressive leadership, strong business judgment, and the ability to influence beyond the processing department,