Batching & Pulling Lead

Requisition ID 62602

Position Type (US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement

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.

Where You'll Work

Our Sturtevant, WI location is part of our Meat Division and creates dry seasoning blends for meat and snacks items that spice up the life of Kerry customers. We work hard, play hard, and give back to the community we work in through our Kerry employee engagement program - and we’re proud of that contribution to our local food banks and organizations. We are located a commutable 20 minutes from the Milwaukee metro area, with easy on/off access from I-94. If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with, we might be the team for you! 1751 Enterprise Dr, Sturtevant, WI 53177.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $23-32.31 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 1/31/2026

What You'll Do

The Production Team Lead is responsible for overseeing production operator and operations ensuring product output is produced in adherence to safety, quality, and manufacturing standards, but also leading by example through Kerry's Leadership Competencies.

Leadership Competencies

• Customer Focus Build strong relationships and create customer solutions.
• Strategic Mindset See ahead of future possibilities.
• Ensures Accountability Hold self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.
• Instills Trust Gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness Use a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
• Collaborates Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Attracts & Develops Top Talent Attract high-quality, diverse people to work at Kerry and use career development tools to meet organizational objectives.
• Build Effective Teams Play a part in building strong teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Drives Vision & Purpose Paint a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to act.
• Responsibilities
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a hazard-free work area.
• Monitor employee adherence to all policies and procedures, address concerns, and escalate support.
• Maintain and monitor employee adherence to GMPs, PPE, and 5S standards.
• Report and investigate all employee incidents (HR, Safety, Food Safety, & Quality).
• Work with the shift supervisor to oversee blending or batching and pulling departments; act as a backup for the shift supervisor in their absence.
• Provide daily direction to cell leads and cell lead trainers.
• Prepare and lead the Tier 1 Meeting; act as a backup for the supervisor in Tier 2 Meetings.
• Ensure completion and compliance of the Attainment to Plan Boards in the department; escalate as required.
• Oversee room operations, ensuring adherence to SAP schedules, recipes, and inventory troubleshooting.
• Maintain supplies for the room and ensure room cleanliness.
• Interpret the production schedule in chronological order to determine the next process to run, direct employees, and maintain leads on lines to prevent downtime.
• Assist in decision-making for production processes and continuous improvement activities.
• Lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis for the department.
• Operate a forklift.
• Create job assignments in SAP.
• Enter computer data accurately into SAP.
• Perform other duties and projects assigned.
  
  

What You'll Need To Be Successful

• Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use SAP and tablet devices.
• Previous experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Basic computer experience.
• 2-3 years of previous manufacturing experience required.
• Previous work experience within a food manufacturing, blending operation, and distribution environment required.
• Organizational and excellent communication skills are important.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding of job terminology.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or verbal procedures or instructions.
• Previous experience with scanners/RF guns preferred.
• 2-3 years of people's leadership experience preferred.
• Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
• Food manufacturing plant and warehouse environment.
• Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stoop, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, perform arm extensions, and elevated work.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, or wet environments.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously.
• Ability to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.
• Ability to walk up to 135 feet one way many times a day.
• Ability to continuously stand/walk for up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb stairs or platform ladder.
  
  

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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