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Job Description
Shift Lead Days - Bethlehem, PA Kerry - 3.2 Bethlehem, PA Job Details Full-time $29 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Staff supervision Workplace safety Blending Food processing Team supervision Coaching Inventory management systems (technically supported) Production safety compliance Equipment troubleshooting Shift management Metrics Reporting Mid-level Manufacturing standard operating procedures Team development Data integrity and documentation Key Performance Indicators Decision making Team training Roasting Food & beverage production Data reporting support Batch records Grinding (food production) Leading team collaboration initiatives Quality standards in production Technical training Food blending Technical troubleshooting support Data collection
SAP ERP Full Job Description Requisition ID:
65519
Position Type:
(US)
Full Time Workplace Arrangement:
#LI-Onsite 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. About the role Our Bethlehem, PA, location is part of our Liquid Beverage division and specializes in coffee extract and flavorings created for Kerry products and customers! 5000 Township Line Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017 Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential: 29.00/hr
Shift/Working Hours:
5:00 am - 1:30pm Leadership & Team Support Provide day to day direction and support to production team members. Serve as the first point of contact for questions, troubleshooting, and process guidance. Assist the Supervisor in reinforcing expectations around safety, quality, and performance. Help train new employees and ensure proper adherence to SOPs and SSOPs. Promote teamwork, professionalism, and accountability across the shift. Key responsibilities Production Operations Oversee production activities to ensure output meets established KPIs and quality standards. Perform hands-on operation of equipment across roasting, grinding, extraction, RO, blending, and filling as needed. Identify and escalate performance or equipment issues to the Supervisor in a timely manner. Maintain accurate documentation, including batch records, logs, and shift notes. Safety & Compliance Model and enforce all safety policies, GMPs, and quality procedures. Systems & Reporting Utilize SAP for production entries, material movements, and inventory accuracy. Assist with shift handover communication to ensure seamless transitions between shifts. Support Supervisor with data collection and reporting of shift performance metrics. Flexibility & Coverage Provide coverage for the Supervisor during meetings, trainings, or absences. Attend required trainings or cross-functional meetings outside core hours when necessary. Support other departments or production areas based on business needs Qualifications and skills Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment, preferably in a lead or senior operator role. Strong technical aptitude and understanding of production processes. Effective communication skills with the ability to coach and guide others. Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and procedural compliance. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure. Basic proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred. Preferred Traits High integrity and strong sense of ownership. Calm, steady presence during fast-paced or challenging situations. Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Team-focused with a passion for developing others. Compensation Data The pay rate for this position is $29.00 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 12/2026. 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). 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.
