Warehouse Operative

Warehouse - Forklift Operator

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 Byesville, OH, USA plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other similar liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you!

What You'll Do

The Warehouse - Forklift Operator - is responsible for safe transport of finished products from racking onto trucks and putting away products in racks or tier stacks them on the production floor. They must cross trains with receiving from our 3PL and load outbound trucks with customer products. They must also be willing to learn some Material Handling functions and perform receiving duties including helping unloading inbounds from external vendors. The warehouse operator is responsible for keeping his / her lift truck clean and in safe operating condition. During any spare time, this position is responsible for maintaining sanitation and safety in the production and warehouse areas.

What You'll Need To Succeed

High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Previous warehouse experience in a food or chemical manufactuing facility ideal

Prior Forklift safety certification and / or ability to successfully complete safety training

Make safety a priority and follow protocols and policies

Familiarity with RF scanners, inventory tracking systems and common warehouse tools and equipment

Cooperative when working as part of a team and ability to work independently

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 50# and exposure to varied temperatures

Availability to work overtime hours and flexibility to work evening / night shifts if needed

What's In It For You

The starting wage for this role is $17.34(minimum) per hour. 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).

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.

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.