Production Operator

Kerry Group plc; Byesville (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is hiring a Production Operator in Byesville, Ohio. The role focuses on ensuring the quality of assembled packages in a clean, dynamic environment. Benefiting from a comprehensive package, candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

Retirement contribution

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience (6 months preferred).
• 18 years or older.
• Prior electric pallet jack operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimum quality of assembled packages.
• Work with down-stream equipment like conveyors and applicators.
• Report to the Production Supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Attendance reliability

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

MS products

SAP software

Job description

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Requisition ID: 59390
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite

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 Byesville, OH, USA plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other similar liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you!

What You'll Do:

The Production Operator in the Downline position is responsible for ensuring optimum quality of the assembled and sealed package. This involves work with all down-stream equipment, including associated conveyors, the straw applicator, multi-wrapper, accumulator, labelers, Combitop applicator and case packers. You'll be making sure that the filled and/or assembled products are correct and ready to ship. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, Downline Operators work as part of the production team in this clean, temperature-controlled environment.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• High School graduate or equivalent required, eighteen (18) years or older
• 6 mo. Manufacturing experience, preferably in a chemical or food processing facility.
• 3 mo. Prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
• Use of MS products required, SAP software preferred.
• Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime.
• Must be self-motivated and conscientious.
• Ability to work well with a team or other coworkers.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems.
• Ability to complete certification requirements

What's in it for You:

The starting wage for this role is $17.34(minimum) per hour. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

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) .

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.