Filling Operator 3rd Shift - Clark, NJ

Kerry; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 2,389,000 - 3,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Employee Share Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry is hiring for a Filling Operator on the 3rd shift at our Clark, NJ facility. The role involves packing and labeling batches for shipment, operating pumps and forklifts, and following GMP/safety procedures in a flavor and seasoning environment.

Pay ranges from $17.34 to $27.56 per hour, with potential shift differential and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and more. This on-site position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork at Kerry’s Clark campus.

Qualifications

• HS or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 6 months experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Must have experience with forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Packs and labels all batches for shipment or warehouse movement.
• Operate pumps, mixers, filters, and forklifts safely.
• Fill containers to proper weights and apply labels as required.
• Follow compounding logs and filling instructions for each order.
• Follow 5S and GMP for housekeeping, safety and compliance.
• Maintain inventory information and report shortages to supervisor.
• Complete orders in a timely fashion as directed.
• Handle allergen products and equipment properly.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Education

HS or equivalent

Job description

Position Type (US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

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.

About the role

Our Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Clark facility is unique in the sense they have two buildings. The North building has a fruitier smell to it, the teams in that building are producing natural flavoring and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savory and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy.

160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential $ 22.00 and shift differential $ 1.00 Shift/Working Hours 3rd shift/1030pm-630am

Key responsibilities

Filling Operator/ 3rd shift

Primary Purpose

Packs and labels all batches in preparation for shipment to customer or for movement to warehouse/general stock.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

1. Responsible for filling all batch containers at the proper weights and in proper containers. Marking all containers with the necessary LPN labels.
2. Ensure that all paperwork (Compounding Log) is filled out correctly and all filling instructions are followed for each order.
3. Apply working knowledge related to safe evacuating of product from all tanks.
4. Fill out daily scale logs on all scales to be used prior to start of shift. Any discrepancies notify supervisor
5. Follow 5S and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws.
6. Maintain inventory information on filling materials and report to supervisor any shortages.
7. Follow directions as needed to complete order in a timely fashion.
8. Must be able to operate pumps, mixers, filters, lift trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
9. Proper handling of Allergen products and Equipment.
10. Material Handling and Replenishment of Karex on daily basis.
11. Other duties assigned by supervisor/manager.

Qualifications and skills

• HS or equivalent Experience
• Minimum 6 months experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Must have experience, knowledge and ability to operate forklift truck.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds and move up to 400 pounds. Must be able to operate forklifts and other equipment integral to the job functions. Must be able to see and distinguish between labels.

Working Environment

Factory environment with exposure to flavor and basic product chemicals and raw materials.

Compensation Information

The pay range for this position is $17.34 - $27.56 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. 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, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 12/2026.

Disclaimer We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

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).