Parts Clerk

We Are 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.

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 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 Parts Clerk works closely with the Maintenance team and supports plant operations by maintaining accurate spare‑parts inventory and ensuring timely availability of components essential to minimizing equipment downtime. They are responsible for organizing, tracking, and replenishing spare parts while operating within established budget guidelines. This position also maintains accurate usage records to support monthly reporting and work‑order documentation.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate inventory levels to ensure parts are available when needed.
• Identifying and sourcing hard‑to‑find components through alternative vendors.
• Providing timely updates to the Maintenance Manager regarding delays or procurement issues.
• Collaborating with the Accounting Department on month‑end processes and resolution of billing discrepancies.
• Managing inventory within budgetary requirements and proactively communicate anticipated shortages or overages.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• High School graduate or equivalent required, trades certificate classes preferred. Must be eighteen (18) years or older
• 1 year of manufacturing experience, chemical or food production ideal.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems.
• Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Effective communicator, ability to collaborate with cross functional teams
• Comfortable working with inventory systems and vendor coordination, SAP or CMMS experience helpful
• Able to problem‑solve and prioritize needs in a fast‑paced environment

What We Offer:

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.  Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role.  Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.  The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.  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, and tuition reimbursement.  This job posting is anticipated to expire on April 6, 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