Manufacturing (Pre Weigh) Operator 1st Shift - Clark, NJ

Kerry; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan with company contribution

Employee Share Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kerry facility in Clark, NJ is hiring for a full-time manufacturing operator. You will print and follow manufacturing orders, weigh ingredients, record data, and prepare materials for production.

The role requires physical capability and attention to safety in a flavor and ingredient environment. The position offers a 1st shift from 6:30am to 2:30pm with an hourly pay rate of $22–$24, plus a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS or equivalent experience is required.
• Experience in process operation demonstrating competence with process equipment.
• English reading, writing and speaking is required.

Responsibilities

• Print and prepare manufacturing orders and related paperwork.
• Read and follow manufacturing orders to ensure correct materials are used.
• Weigh ingredients and record weights and lot numbers on orders.
• Ensure material requirements are planned and stock is rotated (FIFO).
• Calculate quantities to weigh and stage containers for each mix.
• Transfer unused ingredients to storage and production areas.
• Keep storage areas organized and maintain production documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading/writing in English

Willingness to learn

Education

HS or equivalent

Job description

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.

Requisition ID 66562

Position Type (US)Full Time

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 flavorings 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

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential $22-24 an hour

Shift/Working Hours 1st shift/ 630am-230pm

Key responsibilities

• Prints and prepares manufacturing orders and related paperwork.
• Reads and follows manufacturing orders.
• Places loose or packaged material on scales and adds or removes portions of material to obtain specified weight as required to MO.
• Weighs partial ingredients (scoops and dumps) and records weights and lot numbers on manufacturing orders. Partial ingredient information is written on outside of partial containers that includes description, lot number, date, etc.
• Reads manufacturing order or formula to determine types and quantities of materials to weigh.
• Assesses material requirements for MO orders to determine if everything needed is available to make the mixes. Plan stock rotation to be sure first in, first out methodology.
• Calculates number of full containers, sacks, cartons, drums, etc., and partial weight containers that must be weighted out for all ingredients to cover mix requirements.
• Records weights of materials used for production records or maintains perpetual inventory of materials used and on hand.
• Prepares labels as required by manufacturing orders.
• Re-weighs remaining ingredient containers and records new weight, lot number, and date on outside before sealing and replacing into storage.
• Transfers certain unused ingredients to warehouse.
• Transfers weighed materials to production or storage areas.
• Stages full and partial containers on pallet boards for each mix.
• Sorts weighed materials into designated bins or containers, according to weight or type.
• Maintains organized and clutter-free partial ingredient storage area.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications and skills

• HS or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in process operation in which has been demonstrated a high degree of competence and understanding of process equipment.
• Problem solving ability and aptitude for learning and professional growth.
• Reading, writing and speaking in English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to operate forklifts and other equipment integral to the job functions.
• Must be able to see and distinguish between labels.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk through the warehouse.
• Must be certified to wear a respirator and follow all rules regarding respirator wear.

Working Environment

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

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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).