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.

Why Join Our Team:

Our Rhinelander, WI location is part of our Smoke and Grill Division and nestled in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin. We start with burning a variety of wood types to create liquid smoke flavors for some of your favorite BBQ sauces, dry rubs, and many other foods! If you like the smell of camp-fires and working with a close-knit group that makes a big impact, we may be the place for you!

What We Offer:

The pay rate for this position is $21.86 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 July 27, 2026.

In this Union location, the pay structure offers an hourly increase after 90 days as you master skills.

What You'll Do:

As a Production Operator, you'll run manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently to meet production, quality, and safety standards. This role requires hands-on operation, following complex processes, routine maintenance, quality checks, and accurate documentation while working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production equipment in accordance with safety, quality, and production standards
• Control processes using automated systems to maintain product specifications
• Accurately complete production and operational documentation
• Handle and move product, including loading operations and use of material handling equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Schedule and Work Environment:

Four (4) consecutive days, twelve (12) hours per day, followed by Four (4) consecutive days off.

Work environment may include:

• Temperatures averaging 90°F+
• High humidity (up to 100%)
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent and over 18 years of age
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and respond to equipment or process issues
• Ability to operate automated manufacturing equipment and use digital systems for monitoring and documentation
• Strong attention to detail to consistently meet safety, quality, and production standards
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts in a manufacturing environment with heat, humidity, noise, and PPE requirements
• Physical capability to stand, walk, climb stairs, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform overhead and hands‑on work
• Willingness to perform routine equipment cleaning, inspections, and minor troubleshooting
• Experience in food, beverage, or industrial manufacturing environments preferred
• Prior experience performing quality checks or working within QA‑driven processes
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar material handling equipment
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance activities and continuous improvement practices

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.

Pay: From $21.86 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work in manufacturing environments with elevated temperatures (average 90+ degrees) and high humidity?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Food or Chemical Processing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person