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Spray Dry Operator 1st Shift - Clark, NJ

Kerry

Clark, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17.54–$27.56 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Content Management Systems (CMS), English Language, Environmental Law, Food Quality, Food Safety, Food and Beverage Industry, Forklift, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Interviewing Skills, Lift/Move 80 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Nutrition, Online Chat, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Reimbursement, Safety Compliance, Training/Teaching, Video Chat
LOCATION
Clark, NJ
POSTED
Today


​Requisition ID 64207

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 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 flavoring and essential oils. The South building is the complete opposite, it will have savory 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 DIFFERENTIALShift/Working Hours 1030PM TO 630AM








Key responsibilities



Follow the use of Personal Protection Equipment and Good Manufacturing procedures to maintain good


housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations.


Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheet using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality. Product Formulation from raw materials including but not limited to Compounding various liquid formulas and preparing emulsions used in product formulas.


Operation, Cleaning and Maintenance or processing equipment


Basic Understanding of Spray Dry technology


Packaging of Finished Product associated with spray drying


Properly label all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.


Utilize inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.


Proper handling of Allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures


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.


Other duties assigned by Management





Qualifications and skills



Minimum Requirements


HS or equivalent experience


Must have experience within the Flavor or a closely related industry.


Must be proficient in compounding techniques and raw materials.


Must be comfortable with computers (i.e Manufacturing Execution System, iREN, CMS, etc)


Must be able to read, write and speak English


Physical Requirements


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 flavor, and basic product chemicals and raw materials.


Work scheduleOpen availability required. All schedules are subject to change due to business needs. Initial


schedule will be Monday to Friday, first, second or third shift for training. Post training, shift assignment may include


weekend shift and/or second or third shift based upon business needs.


*All schedules are subject to change due to business needs. We will make every effort to notify any effected


employees prior to changing their schedule, but there are times where advance notice is limited or not


possible.





Compensation Information





The pay range for this position is $17.54 - $27.56 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 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.








​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.


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