Quality Technician - PM Shift

Kerry; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Work Week

Shift 2nd: 4pm-2:30am

Benefits package

Job summary

Kerry's Owatonna, MN facility is seeking a Quality Technician to help ensure product safety, quality and regulatory compliance on the production floor. You'll sample, inspect and test materials and finished products, document results, support GMP/HACCP programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

A HS diploma is required; 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred; SAP/MS software experience helpful.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency required, Associates of Science or higher degree and/or 2 years of related experience preferred.
• At least 1 yr. of food or chemical manufacturing experience
• Prior training in HACCP, SQF, CGMP's preferred.
• Utilization of SAP, MS products and/or other manufacturing software.
• Ability to read, understand and follow laboratory, physical testing protocols and methods.
• Ability to work in a potentially dusty, temperature controlled, manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to support training or coverage across shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Sample, inspect and test raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Document results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Review and disposition non-conforming products.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and laboratory testing.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain supplies.
• Prepare and ship product samples to customers and other Kerry facilities.
• Support food safety, GMP, HACCP, allergen, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Assist with quality investigations, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality concerns and work closely with production and leadership teams.

Skills

Quality sampling

Documentation

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Associates degree or higher

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

We Are Kerry

Requisition ID 67129

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.

Why Join Our Team

Kerry's Owatonna, MN, facility is part of our Dry Beverage division, producing nutraceutical and functional food ingredients used in dietary supplements and beverages enjoyed worldwide. We offer a stable, team-oriented environment where motivated employees can build long-term careers.

What You'll Do

As a Quality Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of our products. On the production floor, you'll be conducting hourly sampling of in process ingredients, submitting samples for third party testing, monitoring production quality, maintain accurate documentation, and support food safety initiatives throughout the plant. This position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy problem-solving, working with cross-functional teams, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

• Sample, inspect and test raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Document results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Review and disposition non-conforming products.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and laboratory testing.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain supplies.
• Prepare and ship product samples to customers and other Kerry facilities.
• Support food safety, GMP, HACCP, allergen, regulatory, and customer requirements.
• Assist with quality investigations, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate quality concerns and work closely with production and leadership teams.

What We Look For

• High School diploma or equivalency required, Associates of Science or higher degree and/or 2 years of related experience preferred.
• At least 1 yr. of food or chemical manufacturing experience
• Prior training in HACCP, SQF, CGMP's preferred.
• Utilization of SAP, MS products and/or other manufacturing software.
• Ability to read, understand and follow laboratory, physical testing protocols and methods.
• Ability to work in a potentially dusty, temperature controlled, manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to support training or coverage across shifts as needed.

What We Offer

The hiring range for this position is $21.00-$22.00 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 November 9, 2026.

4 Day Work Week! Our 2nd Shift Works from 4:00 pm - 2:30 am, Mon.-Thurs.! Overtime is Available, Usually Not Mandatory

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).