Sanitation Operator

Kerry; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Kerry is seeking a Sanitation Operator at the Melrose Park, IL facility. You will clean and sanitize production areas, handle cleaning chemicals safely, and maintain hygiene standards on a fast-paced manufacturing line.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to read procedures. This full-time position offers benefits and a path for growth within a global food company.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, manuals and orders.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations (add/subtract/multiply/divide)
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Regularly handle objects weighing up to 50+ lbs.
• Perform daily cleaning tasks and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Handle cleaning chemicals in a safe, compliant manner.
• Complete cleaning checklists and paperwork accurately.
• Collaborate with other departments and work as part of a team.
• Follow safety, environmental and regulatory policies.

Skills

English communication

Mathematical ability

Reading comprehension

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calculator

Job description

Workplace Arrangement

Job Title Sanitation Operator

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 67419

Position Type (US) Full Time

Where You’ll Work

Located just outside of Chicago, our Melrose Park location is part of our Coatings division and creates batter blends, pastry blends, and breadcrumbs. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility that comes together as a team to get the job done. With a growing portfolio, comes need to grow our team! If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can make a difference with, we might be the place for you!

3141 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160

Shift

1st Thursday to Sunday 4am to 2pm. OT available.

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is 22.38 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 January 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.

What You’ll Do

• Regularly handle objects weighing up to 50+ lbs in a frequent basis.
• Handle cleaning chemicals within safety and quality guidelines
• Perform daily cleaning tasks such as mopping, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning ancillary operation areas and equipment, etc.
• Perform down time cleanings on operation lines as assigned, following all safety and quality protocols such as Lock Out Tag Out, chemical safety, the seven steps to sanitation, etc.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and neatly, which would include cleaning checklists, daily cleaning task lists and other documents as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, and work within a team environment.
• Able to use simple work hand tools.
• Perform a wide variety of miscellaneous duties which may include sweeping, clean-up, removing garbage, etc.
• Participate in safety programs such as; safety orientation, safety committee, ergonomic committee, monthly regulatory safety trainings and Eye for safety program.
• Follow all Kerry safety, environmental and regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• May perform any other duties assigned by leadership.
• Required to maintain adequate performance levels as directed.
• Must be punctual and attend scheduled hours as instructed.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• High School diploma or GED required. 1 to 3 years related experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to communicate in English to understanding the job terminology.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and manufacturing orders. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations manually or with a calculator.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems outside of standardized situations.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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).