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
Where you’ll work:
Our Rothschild, WI location is part of our Foundational Technologies, Pharmaceutical division and is responsible for our biopharmaceutical needs for Kerry customers and brands. This site is one of two that works with specialized lactose protein within the Kerry organization! People may not realize we're more than just great taste when it comes to food and beverage products - we truly are committed to nutrition and sciences as well!
12 Hr Shift
2-2-3 Schedule
Key responsibilities
The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:
• Responsible for about 20 direct reports and consistently uphold the Site Rules and Union Contract.
• Motivate and lead a group of 20 individuals on shift to deliver the Plan of the Day.
• Develop and maintain efficient SOPs in collaboration with the site engineers.
• Drive the Manufacturing hourly employee staffing schedule and overtime.
• Coordinate job postings.
• Develop and maintain qualified personnel within the plant production department.
• Communicate and enforce regulatory & Kerry standards within the plant.
• Drive operational initiatives.
• Manage the plant production department within budget.
• Present a positive working environment driving a continuous improvement theme.
• Work in collaboration with EHS Manager to ensure a safe working environment.
• Responsible for minimizing losses.
• Ensure food safety programs are instituted and followed.
• Manage production performance through KPI’s.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and skills
Key competencies:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of leadership and team development, motivation, coaching and influential skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Continuous improvement understanding.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing methodology.
• HACCP/Food Safety/ PCQI Experience
Education/Qualifications:
• MUST minimally have a BS in Food Science, Business, Engineering.
Experience
• 3+ years related experience.
Compensation Data
The typical hiring range for this role is $62,906 to $92,755 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. 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).
