Operator I

Kerry; Greenville (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a production operator to support safe, efficient, and continuous manufacturing operations. Operate and monitor the sawdust dryer, APV evaporator, calciners, and other processing equipment as part of daily production.

Responsibilities include complying with health, safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining logs, and assisting with equipment maintenance in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Health & safety awareness required in manufacturing environments.
• Teamwork and reliable communication in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Adhere to HACCP and GMP procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Follow Master Sanitation Schedule and hygiene protocols.
• Assist with maintenance of processing equipment.
• Maintain current production logs and sanitation documentation.
• Ensure air permit compliance related to cyclone operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

66238

Position Type

(US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement

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

Primary Purpose

Operate and monitor the sawdust dryer, APV evaporator, calciners, and other processing equipment to support safe, efficient, and continuous production operations.

Key responsibilities

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures.


• Adhere to all HACCP food safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and company guidelines.


• Maintain a clean, neat, and organized work area at all times.


• Follow and complete the Master Sanitation Schedule in a timely and accurate manner.


• Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of processing equipment.


• Maintain current and accurate production logs and Master Sanitation Schedule documentation.


• Ensure compliance with air permit requirements related to cyclone operations.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability kneel, bend, squat, stoop, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, arm extensions and perform elevated work.


• Ability to lift 50 pounds.


• Abilility to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.


• PFT & respirator fit test required


• Working at heights / climbing ladders

Work Environment

Ability to work in hot, cold or wet environments.

The pay rate for this position is $20 per hour. 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 9/31/26

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).

Posting Type

DNI