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 Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division and specializes in fermented ingredients for products related to the bio-science industry. Our team isproud of the work they do and have a focus on clean label or natural products ensuring freshness.

2402 7th Street NW Rochester, MN 55901

Shift: 7:00 am-3:30 pm - Days

Wage: 19:00

The wage for this role is $19.00 per hour and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications. This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Key responsibilities

Lead and perform detailed and robust cleaning activities on specialized production and packaging equipment including, but not limited to, fermenters, blend tanks, dryers, evaporators, and sifters.

• Fully understands all chemicals at the site including the proper usage, handling, and PPE safety precautions and exposure procedures. Understands chemical dilution and titration procedures.

• Operates foamers, pressure washers, hose stations, and floor scrubbers in an efficient and workmanlike manner. Uses washing chemicals in a safe manner as established by the site.

• Performs and assists in COP (Clean-Out-of-Place) procedures including assembling disassembling, operating, troubleshooting and cleaning specialized equipment such as valve blocks, pumps, etc.

• Cleans and sanitizes steps, railing landings, ledges, lights, and floors. Operates stepladders, skyjacks, scaffolding and apparatuses in in adherence with sites safety standards.

• Washes and sanitizes walls, tank exteriors, and overhead pipes, which may require repetitive motion on a routine basis.

• Completes and marks off completion of cleaning activities in adherence with sites Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) by following Good Documentation Practices.

• Reports to management and supervisor any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety

Qualifications and skills

• High school diploma or GED.

• Six months to one-year experience in a food manufacturing environment desirable.

• Must have the ability to work alone and in close cooperation with production personnel.

• Capable of working through complex problems alone or with others to provide logical solutions.