Manufacturing Operator Days - Rochester, MN

About Kerry

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 and skills

• 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.

Compensation Data

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.