Manufacturing Associate

Kerry Group; Rothschild (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

On-site work

Job summary

Kerry is hiring a Manufacturing Associate for our Rothschild, WI site. You will operate and monitor drying equipment, support packaging activities and maintain clean, compliant production areas.

We offer 12-hour shift schedules (5:30 am–6:00 pm or 5:30 pm–6:00 am) and a $2,000 sign-on bonus payable over the first year. Excellent safety and teamwork are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Demonstrated basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate a forklift.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts dryer to ensure product uniformity and efficiency.
• Ensure color, texture, smell and materials meet Kerry standards.
• Assist packagers with bags, staging, warehousing and lab sample submission.
• Enter data, keep records and monitor processes per procedures.
• Initiate CIP on dryer equipment and comply with sanitation schedules.
• Maximize on- product hours and coordinate with maintenance during breakdowns.
• Document deviations and maintain professional relationships on site.
• Follow safety rules and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Reading and writing English

Safe work practices

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Requisition ID: 67500
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite

Manufacturing Associate

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.

Where you'll work:

Our Rothschild, WI location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition division andis responsible for our biopharmaceutical needs for Kerry customers and brands. This site is one of two that works with specialized lactose protein within the Kerry organization! People may not realize we're more than just great taste when it comes to food and beverage products - we truly are committed to nutrition and sciences as well!

12 hour shifts availabile: 5:30 am to 6:00 pm and 5:30 pm to 6:00 am

$2,000 Sign On Bonus Payable over your first year.

What You’ll Do:

• Adjusts dryer as needed to ensure product uniformity, maximum dryer rates and standards throughout the dryer run.
• Takes appropriate action whenever the raw material or finished product does not meet the Kerry standard for color, texture, smell or foreign material.
• Assisting the packagers in preparing bags, room cleaning, bag staging, warehousing production, scale checks, and taking and submitting samples to the Lab. per specified frequencies.
• Performs assigned data entry, record keeping and process monitoring functions according to established procedures in an accurate and timely manner.
• Initiates the CIP process on dryer feed tanks, circuits and dryers - hand cleans valves, tubs, jumpers and related equipment per Kerry Master Sanitation Schedules, SQF, Sop`s and Regulatory requirements
• Continuously works to maximize On Product hours and to minimize the off-Product hours. Within a reasonable period, must develop a level of competency that supports trouble shooting equipment problems, and maximize equipment performances. During breakdowns works directly with Maintenance personnel to fix equipment in a timely manner.
• Reports and records all deviations from specified operating parameters and "critical control points," as established by HACCP and Kerry procedures.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with co-workers. When necessary, communicate with plant visitors or guests in a professional, helpful, timely manner to project a positive image of Kerry and our products.
• Complying with all safety and work rules and regulations, and departmental housekeeping standards.

What you'll need to be successful and safe:

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding of the terminology of the job.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.
• Have basic math skills.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to operate forklift and pallet movers.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and the ability to kneel, bend over, squat, stoop, and carry.
• Ability to work in warm and dusty environment.

Education/and or Experience:

• High School graduate or equivalent required
• Demonstrate communication, organizational, and the ability to listen
• Excellent attention to detail, neatness, and follow through with tasks.
• Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this role is $26.54 to $28.09. 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 1/1/2027.

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 employment decisions are made by human 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) .