Kerry
We Are 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: With over 45 plants across North America, the Owatonna, MN, USA plant is a part of our Dry Beverage division and specializes in agglomeration and/or coating of nutraceuticals and functional food ingredients in some of your favorite dietary supplements and drinks. Our team is comprised of career‑minded people who help meet growing demands for quality ingredients. You'll have the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced environment with people who care about what they do. If you’re looking for a manufacturing environment where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you!
What You'll Do: The Sanitation Technician works with the production team and is responsible for completing tasks from the Master Sanitation Program. He/she supports the Production Supervisor with food‑grade sanitation needs. Working 2nd shift (from 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM).
The primary duties include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning duties as set out on the master sanitation schedule for floors, drains, walls perimeter in the plant and warehouse meeting company, customer and government standards
Daily cleaning: i.e. tanks, pipes and equipment, (some CIP and COP) and filling room floor
Safe handling and documentation of chemicals used
Careful use of water so equipment is not damaged
Removal and emptying of production garbage and debris
Manual and/or electrical pallet jacks
Maintain all sanitation documents in accordance with plant quality and safety requirements
What You'll Need to Succeed:
High School graduate or equivalent required, eighteen (18) years or older
1 year of food or chemical manufacturing experience ideal
6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred
Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime
Must be self‑motivated and conscientious
Ability to work well with a team or other coworkers
Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems
Ability to complete certification requirements
Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred
What's in it for You: The pay rate for this position is
$21.50
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 February 2, 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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).
Scam Warning 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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Where You'll Work: With over 45 plants across North America, the Owatonna, MN, USA plant is a part of our Dry Beverage division and specializes in agglomeration and/or coating of nutraceuticals and functional food ingredients in some of your favorite dietary supplements and drinks. Our team is comprised of career‑minded people who help meet growing demands for quality ingredients. You'll have the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced environment with people who care about what they do. If you’re looking for a manufacturing environment where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you!
What You'll Do: The Sanitation Technician works with the production team and is responsible for completing tasks from the Master Sanitation Program. He/she supports the Production Supervisor with food‑grade sanitation needs. Working 2nd shift (from 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM).
The primary duties include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning duties as set out on the master sanitation schedule for floors, drains, walls perimeter in the plant and warehouse meeting company, customer and government standards
Daily cleaning: i.e. tanks, pipes and equipment, (some CIP and COP) and filling room floor
Safe handling and documentation of chemicals used
Careful use of water so equipment is not damaged
Removal and emptying of production garbage and debris
Manual and/or electrical pallet jacks
Maintain all sanitation documents in accordance with plant quality and safety requirements
What You'll Need to Succeed:
High School graduate or equivalent required, eighteen (18) years or older
1 year of food or chemical manufacturing experience ideal
6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred
Ability to maintain a good attendance record and availability for overtime
Must be self‑motivated and conscientious
Ability to work well with a team or other coworkers
Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems
Ability to complete certification requirements
Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred
What's in it for You: The pay rate for this position is
$21.50
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 February 2, 2026.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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).
Scam Warning 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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