Production Operator - 4 PM Work Week!

About the role

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. Our Owatonna, MN location is part of our Dry Beverage Division specializes in agglomeration and/or coating of nutraceuticals and functional food ingredients in some of your favorite dietary supplements and drinks! The site has approximately 50 employees that contribute to our involvement in product formulations, ingredient processing and particle coating solutions within the food and beverage and nutraceutical ingredient industries. We are hiring career-minded people to help meet growing demands for quality ingredients. You'll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with people who care about what we do! If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you!

This job posting is anticipated to expire on October 5, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Follow formulas to ensure customers receive the ideal dry blended ingredients to flavor their products.
• Operate a variety of production and processing equipment to manufacture products efficiently and within all specifications and quality standards.
• Pull raw materials, measure, use lift trucks and/or cranes, monitor and document production results.
• Maintain attention to detail and safe processes to ensure the best product is shipped daily.
• Meet or exceed all government regulations, policies and related processes.
• Potentially become a leader for other employees and consistently communicate with the production team.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• 1 year of food or chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• 6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred.
• Reliable attendance is important for team operations.
• Must be self‑motivated and conscientious.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lb.
• Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems.
• Ability to complete certification requirements.
• Use of MS products, Excel, and SAP software preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities.
• Employee Share Plan.
• Life, disability, and accident insurance.

Pay

The hiring rate for this position is $20.50 per hour.

Schedule

Shift hours: 4:00 pm – 2:30 am, Monday – Thursday; overtime is available, usually not mandatory.