Blending Operator I: Growth Path & Benefits

Kerry; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Job summary

Kerry in Wisconsin is seeking a Blending Operator to ensure safe, quality-driven batching in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This entry-level role involves cleaning/washes and adherence to GMP and quality standards.

You will work in teams, operate the blender, input data in SAP, and have potential for advancement to Blending Operator II and III based on performance. The role offers full‑time hours with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a level sufficient to understand job terminology.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use a scan gun and computer tablet.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal procedures or instructions.
• Previous experience in manufacturing and blending operations preferred.
• Previous work experience in a food manufacturing and distribution environment preferred.
• Previous experience with scanners/RF guns preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in teams of 2 or 3 in the blending room.
• Add 50 lbs bags into the blender according to recipes in the SAP software system.
• Fill, label, and palletize new bags for shipment.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Quality standards.
• Maintain room organization and cleanliness in a safe manner.
• Accurately enter data into SAP.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain a hazard‑free work area.
• Attend Tier 1 Meetings and provide input as requested.
• Understand room washes and allergen/non‑allergen requirements.
• Maintain GMPs and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
• Report all accidents and near‑misses immediately.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
• Report to the shift supervisor and follow the direction of the cell lead or production team lead.
• Blending Operator II
• Troubleshoot some production issues.
• Participate in problem‑solving activities.
• Complete Attainment to Plan Board with support.
• Operate a forklift and perform related duties.
• Complete room washes.
• Blending Operator III
• Troubleshoot complex production issues independently.
• Collaborate in problem‑solving activities, identifying opportunities and solutions.
• Ensure completion of the Attainment to Plan Board independently.
• Operate a forklift and perform related duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform full room washes independently.
• Report and investigate all employee incidents (Safety, Food Safety, & Quality).
• Identify opportunities and participate in Root Cause Analysis for the department.
• Execute and delegate "if down, do" activities.
• Train and support employee adherence to all policies and procedures (e.g., breaks), address concerns, and elevate to Production Lead for support.
• Interpret production schedule in chronological order to determine the next process to run and maintain leads on lines to prevent downtime.

Skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Reading and writing

Basic computer skills

SAP knowledge

RF scanners

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

RF guns

Job description

Kerry in Wisconsin is seeking a Blending Operator to ensure safe, quality-driven batching in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This entry-level role involves cleaning/washes and adherence to GMP and quality standards.

You will work in teams, operate the blender, input data in SAP, and have potential for advancement to Blending Operator II and III based on performance. The role offers full‑time hours with competitive pay and benefits.