Manufacturing Operator (Batcher) - Rotating 3rd Shift - Clark, NJ

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.

About the role

Our Clark, NJ location is part of our Taste Division, producing flavors and ingredients. The facility has two buildings: the North building produces natural flavorings and essential oils, while the South building produces seasonings for meat, chicken broth, and beef gravy.

Responsibilities

• Follow all manufacturing instructions on formula batch sheets using proper compounding techniques to ensure product quality.
• Product formulation from raw materials, including:
  • Compounding various liquid formulas and preparing emulsions.
  • Milling materials according to batch sheet instructions.
  • Calculating supplemental ingredients and issuing materials via SAP.
• Blending:
  • Adjusting scales based on batch sheets to fill required weights of boxes/drums.
  • Following product-specific requirements for filling.
• Sealing & Stacking:
  • Operating MTEK sealer to vacuum seal filled liners.
  • Ensuring finished packaged products meet company standards and arranging them on pallets in a predetermined sequence.
• Sanitation:
  • Adhering to SOP instructions to clean and sanitize equipment and rooms.
• Packaging of Finished Product:
  • Properly labeling all batches submitted to the lab for evaluation.
  • Utilizing inventory lot rotation (FIFO) for all materials used.
• Adhere to Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) to maintain housekeeping and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Operate, clean, and maintain processing equipment.
• Handle allergen products and equipment according to Allergen Control Procedures.
• Ensure conformance to Food Safety and Food Quality Plans as described in the Kerry Clark SQF Systems manual; report deviations to management and QA, and set aside affected product until further instructed.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of manufacturing operations.
• Experience in SAP is a plus.

Pay

$24.00 per hour, plus a $1.00 shift differential for 3rd shift.

Schedule

3rd shift – 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, following a rotating 12-hour Panama night shift schedule:

• Repeats every two weeks: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, and 3 days off.
• Supports 24/7 operations with predictable time off and every other weekend off.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities.
• Employee Share Plan.
• Life, disability, and accident insurance.