Manufacturing Operator 3rd Shift - Clark, NJ

About Kerry

About the role

Our Clark location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. Our Clark facility is unique in the sense they have two buildings. The North building has a fruitier smell to it, the teams in that building are producing natural flavorings and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savoury and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy. 

160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066  

$25 + $1 NIGHT SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

Shift/Working Hours: 10:30PM TO 6:30AM

Key responsibilities

1. Product Formulation from raw materials including but not limited to Compounding various liquid formulas and preparing emulsions used in product formulas.
2. Operation, Cleaning and Maintenance or processing equipment
3. Basic Understanding of Spray Dry technology
4. Operation of various spray drying units to achieve desire results
5. Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheet using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality.
6. Packaging of Finished Product associated with spray drying
7. Properly label all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.
8. Utilize inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.
9. Follow all 5S and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.
10. Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures
11. Responsible for conformance to Food Safety and Food Quality Plans as described in the Kerry Clark SQF Systems manual. Must report any and all deviations to a member of management and QA- and set product aside until further instructed.
12. Other duties assigned by Management

Qualifications and skills

Qualifications and skills

1. HS or equivalent experience
2. Must have experience within the Flavour or a closely related industry.
3. Must be proficient in compounding techniques and raw materials.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds and move up to 400 pounds. Must be able to operate forklifts and other equipment integral to the job functions. Must be able to see and distinguish between labels. Must be able to stand for extended periods and walk through the warehouse. Must be certified to wear a respirator and follow all rules regarding respirator wear.

Working Environment: Factory environment with exposure to flavors, and basic product chemicals and raw materials.

Compensation Data

The pay rate for this position is $25.00 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.

Disclaimer: 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.