Extruder Operator

​Requisition ID 62122 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:

The Extruder Operator is responsible for the setup, startup, operation, shutdown, and teardown of the extruder and related equipment. Extruders are the key machinery in our operation they combine, cook, and form our food products in one continuous process. Operators must perform minor trouble-shooting during operation, refer serious issues to appropriate personnel, and monitor and maintain consistent product quality. Extruder Operators also utilize a basic computer system and keep detailed paper records.

Key responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions  Set up extruders including screw profile assembly, die inserts, pumps, cutters, and calibration of dry and liquid feeds using Company-issued hand tools.  Startup extruders according to strict protocol and under supervision.  Operate extruder including record keeping, basic product quality tests, trouble-shooting, and monitoring the flow of raw materials inputs.

 Assist with detailed cleaning activities in Processing as well as other areas of plant on a regular basis. This can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties.  Deliver a clean, well-ordered work area to oncoming replacement.  Make minor adjustments on the machines.  Shut down machinery.

 Tear down and clean machinery.

Qualifications and skills:

Minimum Qualifications  Must have a high school diploma or GED.  Must have mechanical aptitude.  Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.  Previous manufacturing experience preferred.  Must have above average troubleshooting skills.  Must be self-motivated, a strong team player and able to work with minimum supervision.

Work Environment & Physical Demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; fingers to grip, and talk or hear. The employee periodically is required to reach with hands and arms. May at times need to stoop, kneel, or crouch. May occasionally lift heavier items with assistance. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position works primarily in warehouse of the plan, but often range into all plant areas. The temperature in these areas is comfortable for approximately 9 months per year. During the summer, temperatures often exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Large-scale industrial fans are available. The air in the processing areas is occasionally dusty, caused by flour and other ingredients, especially during periods of deep cleaning.

This document is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties for this position. Non-routine duties are not included. Additional duties may be assigned as circumstances dictate. Kerry reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time. The pay rate for this position is $20.93 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 1/31/26

​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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