Quality Lab Technician

Full-time position (Requisition ID: 67567). Posting expires November 16, 2026.

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.

Located on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, our Manitowoc, WI facility is part of Kerry's Smoke & Grill Division, producing natural smoke ingredients for customers around the world. You'll work in a modern manufacturing facility alongside a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous learning. Through structured training, supportive leadership, employee engagement programs, volunteer opportunities, and a strong team culture, you'll have the chance to build a rewarding career in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Test finished products using analytical chemistry and food science methods.
• Operate laboratory equipment and evaluate results against product specifications.
• Make hold or release decisions based on test results before products move to packaging and shipment.
• Accurately enter test results and quality data into SAP.
• Rotate through testing stations and cross-train on laboratory equipment and methods.
• Maintain accurate lab records and follow established testing and quality procedures.
• Partner with the Quality team to ensure testing is completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field preferred; relevant laboratory experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Food or manufacturing laboratory experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment, including analytical testing and standard lab practices.
• Comfortable using laboratory equipment and interpreting test results.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry and documentation skills.
• Ability to learn multiple testing methods and cross-train across lab stations.
• Comfortable using SAP or similar computer systems for recording test results.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00 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.

Benefits

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.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with overtime as needed, typically 1 weekend per month.