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Operative

Kerry
Vinton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2027

Requisition ID: 66752
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.

About the role

Safely performs and operates computer-controlled equipment and more mechanically based machines in a food processing facility, including but not limited to dehulling equipment, forklift and aerial lifts, extrusion, bucket elevators, dryers, roller mills and other types of milling, stretch wrappers etc....


Key responsibilities

Understands the manufacturing process. Converts raw materials and other tangible items into finished goods, and meets production targets and report any deviations. Monitors machine parameters and troubleshoot processing problems that may occur.

Receives food items in, assists in unloading food items from delivery vehicles, and ensures all food items received in are of acceptable quality and correct quantity.

Prepares and examines materials for processing. Take hourly readings of temperatures, amps, pressures of various equipment throughout the shift and report any deviations and make corrections.

Package and palletize 50lb bags. Accurately record information into SAP.

Follow all site specific safety polices like LOTO. HACCP knowledge a plus.

Follow all quality standards and GMP's.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stoop, carry, reach, stand, grip, push, pull, arm extensions and perform elevated work.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work overtime and use a flexible schedule.
  • PFT & respirator fit test required
  • Working at heights / climbing ladders

The pay rate for this position is $19.50 per hour. 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. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 10/31/26

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

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.

Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI



Nearest Major Market: Cedar Rapids

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan

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