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Warehouse Lead 2nd Shift - Clark, NJ

Kerry

Clark, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$16–$36 Per Hour
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Background Investigation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Cargo/Freight, Compensation Analysis, Computer Skills, Documentation, Food and Beverage Industry, Forklift, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Interviewing Skills, Inventory Control System, Leadership, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Nutrition, Online Chat, Operations, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Procedure Implementation, Process Management, Product Shipments, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Radio Frequency, Reimbursement, SAP, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Safety Process, Safety Standards, Sanitation, Shipping/Receiving, Video Chat, Warehousing
LOCATION
Clark, NJ
POSTED
2 days ago


​Requisition ID 65331

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



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 savory and garlic smells because the team is producing seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy.


160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066





Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential 16 - 36 (+ 2nd Shift Differential)


Shift/Working Hours 2PM - 10PM








Key Responsibility


As the Warehouse Lead, you help drive smooth, safe, and efficient movement of materials across the site — from inbound deliveries and bulk liquid tanker unloading to outbound shipments and internal transfers. You’ll guide daily dock activities, support a team of warehouse operators, and ensure all materials are handled, documented, and stored correctly in accordance with site procedures and GMP standards. Your leadership keeps operations flowing and inventory accurate.





Key responsibilities




+ Coordinate and lead daily dock operations including inbound receiving, outbound shipping, and internal material movements.


+ Oversee your team Processing inbound materials, ensuring all safety and sanitation procedures are followed.


+ Verify freight and materials against bills of lading (BOLs), purchase orders, and production requirements for accuracy and condition.


+ Direct and support operators in SAP transactions (goods issue, goods receipt, transfer postings) and proper RF scanner usage.


+ Perform and review inspections on all areas of the warehouse and logistics areas; and report non-conformances promptly.


+ Communicate and collaborate with Production, Quality, and Scheduling teams to align daily priorities and resolve delivery or shipment issues.


+ Monitor dock assignments and workflow to meet daily shipment targets and maintain dock compliance.


+ Organize and lead inventory rotation and staging to support inbound/offloading and outbound loading efficiency.


+ Maintain housekeeping excellence on dock and warehouse floors per GMP and safety standards; ensure adherence to Allergen Control procedures.


+ Train, mentor, and provide ongoing feedback to warehouse operators to develop skill and accuracy on shift.


+ Act as the point of contact for carriers and drivers during loading/unloading activities.


+ Prepare shift documentation and escalate equipment or process issues to management as needed.






Qualifications and skills



Qualifications Required


•  High School Diploma or GED.


•  3+ years of warehouse or dock experience; at least 1 in a lead or coordinator capacity.


•  Forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).


•  Strong computer literacy and documentation skills.





Preferred


•  Prior experience in material receiving and shipping.


•  Familiarity with SAP ECC, RF systems, and inventory control processes.


•  Knowledge of performance metrics (OTIF, order accuracy, and dock compliance).





Compensation Data



The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $36.00 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 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.








​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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