Manufacturing Associate Days - $5k Sign on Bonus

Manufacturing Associate Days

• $5k Sign on Bonus 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 2402 7th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901 $23 an hour
• Full-time Kerry 1,298 reviews $23 an hour
• Full-time 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 Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division and specializes in fermented ingredients for products related to the bio-science industry. Our team is proud of the work they do and have a focus on clean label or natural products ensuring freshness. 2402 7th Street NW Rochester, MN 55901 $23.00/hr + $5k

Sign On Bonus Shift/Working Hours:

4:45 AM to 5:15 PM

• Rotating Shift
• every other weekend

Key Responsibilities:

The Runner Operator is responsible for operating equipment and performing diverse job functions on a routine basis. Provides support to wet blending, packaging, liquid receiving, fermentation, and other job areas as assigned. Trains production operators in new and existing practices. Recommends changes to achieve improved efficiency.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs tasks as outlined in job descriptions for: Liquid Packaging, Fermentation, Wet Blending, Liquid Receiving, Spray Drying, Powder Packaging, and other areas as assigned. Provides support and relieves relief operators. 2. Trains production operators in new and existing practices. Assists team leaders in orientation and development of new joiners. 3. Floats to other positions and may occasionally work in a number of roles in any given shift. 4. Operates computer systems including FIX operator interface, Inelex, SAP, and Excel; tracks and records historical trends, and selects recipes, cycles, and chemicals using electronic media. 5. Follow established procedures and run setpoints to achieve QC approved products with optimal yields at lowest costs. Recommends changes to achieve improved efficiency. 6. Washes and cleans equipment per the sanitation manual. Follows GMP program and rules. 7. Operates forklift and aerial lifts.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• A minimum of one year of experience in food or beverage manufacturing required
• Experience operating a liquid pasteurizer, HTST, and HDMIs preferred
• Good arithmetic, reading, and writing skills required.
• Must consistently follow policies and use good judgment. Physical Requirements & Environment
• Regular walking, standing, stair and ladder climbing; frequent lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Exposure to humidity, dust, fumes, noise, and chemicals. Hearing protection required.
• Work indoors on linoleum, metal, or concrete floors, often wet; variable temperatures.

The pay rate for this position is $23.00 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.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Must have Production Operator experience Ability to

Commute:

Rochester, MN 55901 (Required)

Work Location:

In person