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Fermentation Sales Specialist About us Love food? So do we. In fact, we pride ourselves on being food people. For more than 150 years, we’ve been driven by our passion to create food that people love. No matter your role or expertise, you’ll be helping us make food extraordinary across the globe to improve lives for generations. Join us and experience what it’s like to work with people who are passionate about food and strive for the extraordinary. Business Unit/Function Primary Products Location Hoffman Estates, IL or Decatur, IL (Preferred). Other locations to be considered Band TBC Role purpose   This position requires an experienced and specialized Technical Sales professional with deep knowledge in the brewing and fermentation space within the food, beverage and biochemical industries.   The successful candidate will lead the Business Development activities for the Primary Products portfolio of food and beverage ingredients with specific emphasis on fermentation applications in both the brewing and industrial biochemical space.   This role will also be the technical go-to for the brewing and fermentation segment supporting the Primary Products sales organization in a variety of situations. This position will be challenged to lead the development of new markets and uses of current products and manage the process for new products.   The ideal candidate must be technically sound and organizationally savvy in order to successfully navigate a highly matrixed environment. This position requires creating strong partnerships with other internal Tate & Lyle regional and global functions   Main accountabilities   Responsible for Primary Products North America (NOAM) business execution in the specific category Technical resource for brewing and fermentation across Primary Products sales organization Seek new customers and markets for the Primary Products Food & Beverage Solutions product portfolio with particular emphasis on fermentation Manage new accounts through at least one cycle and work with Territory Sales Manager or Distribution Channel Manager to transfer account management responsibilities as necessary. Partner with multiple stakeholders including ICD, Supply Chain, Finance and Food & Beverage Solutions sales to ensure strategic alignment Work collaboratively with Primary Products Product Line Managers ensuring business development objectives are aligned with product line strategies Performance measures   Deliver Primary Products NOAM AOP New customer acquisition per product line strategies Volume based contract compliance and total contribution margin generated on a fiscal year basis against new business goals System utilization and pipeline management (SFDC, APO) Account Engagement, including call frequency, quality call reporting and contract execution Monthly business reviews Management and growth of opportunity pipeline, including ability to move projects through the sales funnel and ultimately to completion Market Intelligence – maintain the SFDC Universe of opportunities for all PP products   Skills and experience required    Deep understanding of brewing and fermentation process Proven experience working successfully with new and underdeveloped customers to grow existing and new product solutions      High level strategic industry acumen and category understanding to anticipate industry trends that create opportunities for our Commercial organization Significant industry experience, including expansion drawing on relationship management and professional maturity High level of strategic thinking to maximize the ROI of our resources Ability to thrive working in a dynamic, changing and evolving environment Demonstrated ability to navigate a highly matrixed work environment Strong strategy comprehension – understanding the big picture and then successfully translating to tactical execution Superior influencing ability to lead peers and align internal Tate & Lyle functions Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Willingness to travel  Our Culture OUR VALUES   Safety Integrity Respect LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS Partnership- We work together as one global team to deliver for our customers. Agility-We have the courage to act quickly and allow others to experiment and learn. Execution-We deliver long term results, balancing today’s needs with tomorrow’s possibilities. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY Comply with all environmental standards, procedures and work instructions at all times Report any environmental violations or near misses in order to prevent any impact upon the local environment, its inhabitants and Tate & Lyle Adhere to the safety policies, procedures and site rules Fully participate in the Safety Programme, including reporting any incidents (or near misses) and participating in audits Demonstrate understanding of the STOP Work Authority and be able to apply in any unsafe situation Working knowledge and application of Tate and Lyle Life Saving Principles in day to day job Participate in at least one emergency drill Complete all required EHS facility trainings  

Requisition ID 11114 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Manufacturing/Production   Recruiter #LI-AR1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry: A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where you'll work: If you’re looking for career advancement opportunities, a fun, challenging role as Production Manager and overseeing 6 direct reports, then this could be the position for you!   KERRY has over 47 production sites across North America & Canada.  Our Rothschild, WI, is a pharmaceutical grade lactose plant that reports into our Applied Health & Nutrition division and is responsible for producing lactose powders for Kerry customers and brand. We are fast paced, never dull moment manufacturing facility with culture of accountability and teamwork.  We are also committed to supporting our local community and we have rich history and ties to the Rothschild community. Our Kerry team prides itself on internal mobility as employees are able to advance and grow  both personally and professionally.  What you'll do: As Production Manager, you'll set the tone and oversee the overall production management of the site, which includes approximately 130 employees, reporting directly into the Plant Manager. If you have a track record of developing high performing teams, engaging with the plant personnel, and bring pride with a desire for continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!    We'll look to you to lead in the following areas:   Be a driver for all manufacturing operations including the safety, production efficiencies, quality, customer service, employee development and financial performance of the plant Hold the facility accountable by managing and executing plant processes to attain plant production and quality targets and ensuring achievement of all unit Key Performance Indicators. Deliver continuous improvement ideas to improve processes that ensure safety, quality, cost, and customer service goals are met while propelling the plant and your career forward. Create and engage team-oriented workforce to meet business demand What you'll need: This is an exciting opportunity to learn more about complex food processes. You'll also have the opportunity to work with a strong cohesive team that are very engaged and capable, as well as be provided continuous cross-functional support. If you’re also looking to submerse yourself in continuous improvement projects and culture, this is the position for you! A main focus will be implementing lean methodologies and persistence on driving these principles and lean projects forward. Not to mention endless career opportunities and growth. If you have the following qualifications, please apply! Progressive experience (3+ years) within food, beverage or pharma industry required  Proven experience (5+ years) in a Production Manager and/or Production Supervisor role Bachelor's Degree Demonstrated success as a change agent & developing/implementing continuous improvement initiatives and accountability programs Demonstrated success assessing, developing and retaining top talent Strong leadership and communication skills 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Requisition ID 11254 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Quality   Recruiter #LI-AR1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About the role Where you'll work The Rochester, MN facility totals over 71,000 sq ft and is comprised of office, laboratory, production, warehouse, maintenance and other utility areas. The facility land plot is 5.01 acres with two adjoining lots of 7.7 acres extending to the west and 4.85 acres extending to the east.   The site also leases a 50,000 sq ft warehouse located 2 miles north of the facility, and we are searching for an HSE Manager who wants to drive environmental, health, and safety for this entire facility where large scale fermentation; spray drying; and powder blending and packaging takes place. Are you up to the challenge? Key responsibilities What you'll need This a fast paced and complex environment requiring you to be the liaison between corporate and site operations, coaching and mentoring teams and being an influencer, driving the environmental and safety culture of the plant. You’ll do this by… B eing the HSE site subject matter expert and drive HSE business strategy and initiatives Developing and implementing annual HSE objectives & improvement plans Manage all environmental permits and program requirements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify site HSE training needs, develop appropriate resources, and execute training sessions for employees and management staff Responsible for knowledge and implementation of all upcoming Federal and State legislation relative to safety and ensures informing the various departments of upcoming changes. Are you well versed in ISO 14001? We’ll need your expertise to lead an implementation and management of site support and/or maintain the system Where necessary, lead investigation process and/or collaborate with appropriate team members Partner with Human Resources on the status of all open Workers Compensation claims and coordinate activities to minimize lost and/or restricted workdays Qualifications and skills What you'll need Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a science based field of study or years of experience in lieu of a degree 5 + years of experience with HSE regulations including OSHA, EPA, and local requirements. 5+ years of  experience with relevant consensus standards such as NFPA and ANSI, and systems such as ISO 14001. 5+ years of experience engaging employees and developing a strong safety culture. Intermediate to advanced Computer Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 2402 7th Street NW Rochester, MN 55901   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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Requisition ID 11487 Position Type (US)Full Time Recruiter Posting Type DNI Posting Type No Selection Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where you'll work: Our Seattle plant creates syrups and sweet sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. You’ll be working in a state-of-the-art facility with a team that’s committed to helping each other succeed in their roles though structured training and a committed, engaged supervisor. Are you looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with? With our engagement program, volunteer days and energetic culture, we might be the team for you.  What you'll do: Do you enjoy your days being full of variety? As a Blender Operator you’ll be responsible for creating our syrups and sauces by operating the following equipment: shear mixers, pumps, processing valves, process controls, & HTST processing. Mechanically minded? This job will be a perfect fit as we’ll ask that you work with pH meters, refractometers and manual or automatic valves. Got an eye for detail? Great! You’ll record and provide updates on raw material amounts, batch tests and the current status of our dry materials. You’ll be a key part of a high performing team that keeps production lines running efficiently while working together to ensure we all have a safe workplace. We’ll count on you to help us meet our customer and consumer needs as you:   Measure, weigh and document ingredients Move and transfer ingredients by hand, cart, or forklift (don’t worry, we’ll train you if not certified)   Document temperature and machine readings with accuracy - your attention to detail will be key here What you'll need to be successful and safe: Because you’ll be working with ingredients to specific standards, you’ll have either a high school diploma or equivalent or previous work experience with measuring and documenting with detail.  Thinking of joining a gym? No need! This role will require lifting 50lbs bags of ingredients by hand. Do you know the value of a great team? Teamwork is one of our values and critical to everyone’s success. Because you’ll be part of a team that will count on you, we’d like to see solid work attendance in your current/previous job.   7224 1st Ave. South, Seattle, WA 98108 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be  here  .    

Requisition ID 11486 Position Type (US)Full Time Recruiter Posting Type DNI Posting Type No Selection Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where you'll work: Our Seattle plant creates syrups and sweet sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. You’ll be working in a state-of-the-art facility with a team that’s committed to helping each other succeed in their roles through structured training and a committed, engaged supervisor. Are you looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with? With our engagement program, volunteer days and energetic culture, we might be the team for you. What you'll do: Do you enjoy your days being full of variety? As a Production Operator you’ll see a product’s transformation from individual ingredients to finished product. You’re the one behind the scenes making it possible for us to ensure top quality of Kerry products. As an entry level role, this is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the food manufacturing industry! If you’re active, this is the role for you because you’ll use your hustle for lifting and transporting bags of up to 50lbs of ingredients such as sugar, sweetener and powdered milk to other team members. You’ll be responsible for a variety of other tasks within the manufacturing process of our syrup and sauce products this includes the weighing, packaging and bottling of products. Here at our Seattle location we pride ourselves on having a very collaborative and diverse culture. If you’re good with people, have good communication skills and enjoy working with a team, we may be the place for you! You'll be a key part of a high performing team that keeps production lines running efficiently while working together to ensure we all have a safe workplace. We'll count on you to help us meet our customer and consumer needs are you:   • Packaging of ingredients • Move and transfer ingredients by hand, cart, or forklift (don’t worry, we’ll train you if not certified) What you'll need to be successful and safe: • Because you’ll be working with ingredients to specific standards, you’ll have either a high school diploma or equivalent or previous work experience with measuring and documenting with detail.  • Thinking of joining a gym? No need! This role will require lifting 50lbs bags of ingredients by hand. • Do you know the value of a great team? Teamwork is one of our values and critical to everyone’s success. Because you’ll be part of a team that will count on you, we’d like to see solid work attendance in your current/previous job. 7224 1st Ave. South, Seattle, WA 98108   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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be  here  .    

Requisition ID 10181 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Manufacturing/Production   Recruiter KW1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About the role If you’re looking for career advancement opportunities, a fun, challenging role as 3rd Shift Production Supervisor and overseeing 24 direct reports, then this could be the position for you!   KERRY has over 47 production sites across North America & Canada.  Our Owen, WI, plant has around 165 people and reports into our Dairy division. We are responsible for producing various cheese paste and cheese blends for Kerry customers and brand. We are fast paced, never dull moment manufacturing facility with culture of accountability and teamwork.  We are also committed to supporting our local community and we have rich history and ties to the Owen community. Our Kerry team prides itself on internal mobility as employees are able to advance and grow  both personally and professionally.  Key responsibilities You will set the tone and oversee the overall production management of the site on 3rd shift, reporting directly into the Plant Manager. If you have a track record of developing high performing teams, engaging with the plant personnel and bring pride with a desire for continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!    We'll look to you to lead in the following areas:   Be a driver for all manufacturing operations including the safety, production efficiencies, quality, customer service, employee development and financial performance of the plant Hold the facility accountable by managing and executing plant processes to attain plant production and quality targets and ensuring achievement of all unit Key Performance Indicators. Deliver continuous improvement ideas to improve processes that ensure safety, quality, cost, and customer service goals are met while propelling the plant and your career forward. Create and engage team-oriented workforce to meet business demand Qualifications and skills This is an exciting opportunity to learn more about complex food processes. This person will also have the opportunity to work with a strong cohesive team that are very engaged and capable, as well as be provided continuous cross-functional support. If you’re also looking to submerse yourself in continuous improvement projects and culture, this is the position for you! A main focus will be implementing lean methodologies and persistence on driving these principles and lean projects forward. Not to mention endless career opportunities and growth.   If you have the following qualifications, please apply!   Progressive experience (3+ years) within food, beverage or pharma manufacturing industry preferred Proven experience (3-5) years as a Production Supervisor or Bachelor's degree with 0+ years of experience Bachelor's Degree preferred Demonstrated success as a change agent & developing/implementing continuous improvement initiatives and accountability programs Demonstrated success assessing, developing and retaining top talent 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

  Job Title: Process Operator/ Technician Process Operator/Technician  - We are looking for exceptional candidates for our Process Operator positions at our Houlton, Maine manufacturing facility.   Position Summary:  Process Operators in our Houlton Maine Plant are responsible for the safe operation, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting of a manufacturing process that produces distinctive, high quality ingredients and solutions to the food, beverage, and other industries.   We use innovative technology to turn raw materials into distinctive, high quality ingredients for our customers. These ingredients add taste, texture, nutrition and increased functionality to products that millions of people around the world use or consume every day.   Starting compensation is  @ $ 19.70 per hour / increasing to $20.70 per hour after successful completion of 90 day probationary period.     Required Capabilities: Passionate safety commitment including the belief that all injuries can be prevented   Self-disciplined and possessing the integrity to uphold Company Values at all times   Self-motivated, committed, dependable Team contributor   Capability to diagnose, operate, correct, and manage the outcomes of complex processing systems (mechanical and chemical)   Ability to learn new concepts and information using process procedures, manuals and diagrams   Ability to clearly communicate ideas and information, both written and verbal   Ability to use Microsoft Office products    Ability to teach both technology concepts and operating procedures to other technicians   Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures, climb stairs, climb ladders, lift & carry 55 lbs, and perform other physical duties.   Must be able to work shift work, including weekends. Prior work in food manufacturing setting is preferred. A background in chemistry is a plus. plus.   Must hold a valid Class C Driver’s License.   Background checks and drug/alcohol screenings will be conducted.            Education & Work Experience: Associates degree or higher preferred with minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent Three to five years related experience and/or training preferred. Must be able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving skills   You  contribute to making change happen both locally and globally, enjoying working in a community of passionate experts who are creating our extraordinary leaps forward.     Together we make extraordinary…  careers         

Job Description Responsibilities include operating/monitoring all grain receiving and shipping operations, participating in grain quality control, general maintenance, housekeeping, and maintaining the highest of safety standards.  May be required to climb and work at heights exceeding 50’ and will be required to work in all outdoor environmental conditions. Required Skills Qualified candidates are team players with a high school diploma/equivalent or higher education and should have mechanical equipment operating experience.  Candidates must be willing and able to work numerous overtime hours during the harvest season.  Background check and drug screening will be conducted.

Production Operator - We are looking for exceptional candidates for our Production Operator positions at our Dayton, Ohio manufacturing facility.   Position Summary:  Process Operators in our Dayton, Ohio Plant are responsible for monitoring and controlling chemical manufacturing processes, cleaning and maintaining equipment with a high emphasis on personal and food safety     We use innovative technology to turn raw materials into distinctive, high quality ingredients for our customers. These ingredients are used in products that millions of people around the world use or consume every day.   Starting compensation is $ 23.24 per hour increasing to $25.69 per hour after successful completion of the 120 day probationary period and the potential opportunity to advance to $28.50 per hour.  Benefits include medical/dental/prescription coverage, 401 (k), life insurance and more.   Qualifications: Passionate safety commitment including the belief that all injuries can be prevented Self-disciplined and possessing the integrity to uphold Company Values at all times Self-motivated, committed, dependable Team contributor Ability to learn new concepts and information using process procedures, manuals and diagrams Ability to clearly communicate ideas and information, both written and verbal Ability to use Microsoft Office products   Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures, climb stairs, climb ladders, lift & carry 55 lbs, and perform other physical duties Must be able to work shift work, including weekends and holidays  Must be able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving skills    Education & Work Experience: High school diploma/equivalent or higher education required Mechanical or chemical equipment operating experience desired

Requisition ID 10489 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Quality   Recruiter #LI-AR1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About the role Where you'll work The Savannah plant is a beverage, Aseptic, Bottle, and Sauce production​ manufacturing facility with approximately 300 employees. Key responsibilities What you'll do Quality is at the core of everything we do. Our products and services are backed by our company-wide commitment to excellence. Extensive research and development and a sophisticated specification procedure ensure that only the highest quality ingredients are used. Join our team as a Quality Assurance Systems Analyst, taking responsibility and leading the development and implementation of Food Safety Fundamentals, the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan. There is never a dull moment at the plant and you'll participate in exciting projects. This is a complex and fast paced environment and you’ll be: Leading and assisting plant self-inspection teams and plant safety inspections HACCP certifications along with annual and continual HACCP reviews Maintaining the SQF system, Food Safety Programs, and Food Quality Programs Testing and inspecting products at various stages of the production process and compiling and evaluating statistical data to determine and maintain quality, reliability, and safety of products Conducts trending analysis and leads follow through A few programs that need your attention: GFSI program SQF documentation. Intelex is coming! HACCP program Audits and corrective/preventative actions       Qualifications and skills What you'll need   Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a science based degree 4 + years related experience and/or training in a food/beverage manufacturing environment Experience maintaining all or some: LIMS, SQF system, Food Safety Programs, and Food Quality Programs   GFSI experience such as SQF, BRC, IFS or FS 22000 Experience defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions. 11 Artley Rd Savannah, GA., 31408   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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Requisition ID 11436 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Manufacturing/Production  Recruiter Posting Type DNI   Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where You'll Work:   At our Affton, MO location we make all kinds of delicious treats! This is a confectionary site where we make chocolate and coated sweets, baked and dough products. Our team prides itself on being collaborative and having a healthy culture where working hard and doing a good job is recognized and appreciated.    Currently we have both 2nd and 3rd Shift available, and plenty of opportunities for overtime! What You'll Do:   As a Production Operator you’ll see a product’s transformation from individual ingredients to finished product. You’re the one behind the scenes making it possible for us to ensure top quality of Kerry products. As an entry level role, this is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the food manufacturing industry! If you’re active, this is the role for you because you’ll use your hustle for lifting and transporting bags of up to 50lbs of dry ingredients and stacking the bags onto pallets. If you have good communication skills and enjoy working with a team, we may be the place for you! You’ll be a key part of a high performing team that keeps production lines running efficiently while working together to ensure we all have a safe workplace.  What You'll Need to Be Successful and Safe:   If you’re looking to save money on a gym membership, this is the job for you! This job requires you to manually lift 40 - 50lbs bags of ingredients throughout your shift.  Do you value a workplace that puts safety above all else? The safety of our Kerry employee's and customers is always our number one! Do you know the value of a great team? Teamwork is one of our values and critical to everyone’s success. Because you’ll be part of a team that will count on you, we’d like to see solid work attendance in your current/previous job.   Join our best in class team and see where a Kerry career could take you! 8155 New Hampshire Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63123 - Food Manufacturing - 2nd or 3rd Shift - Production Operator 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .

Requisition ID 10467 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Accounting/Finance   Recruiter #LI-AD1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About the role If you are looking to join a growing company and enjoy hands on plant finance support in a food manufacturing environment, then we are looking for you!   The Plant Controller will have responsibility for our Seattle, WA and Delta, Canada manufacturing facilities and will lead and support the Operations Finance function for the sites in addition to assisting with reporting and identifying of cost savings opportunities.     The position will report to the Beverage Performance Manager and will work in partnership with the plant manager the sites. This role is a key member of the management team.   Key responsibilities The Plant Controller will lead a team of five this includes providing accurate financial and statistical data for plant management to make timely and informed decisions concerning financial performance of site operations.    Proper control and valuation of inventory Review plant expenses monthly Manufacturing order cost/efficiency Direct/Indirect cost analysis Capital projects performance reporting Budgeting/Forecasting/Planning Daily plant walks Qualifications and skills If you’re up to the challenge and have the following qualifications and background, please apply.   Bachelor’s degree is required.  We prefer a degree in Accounting. A CPA, CMA is preferred buy not required. Expert knowledge of Excel, ERP and Accounting Systems and experience with Performance based measurement. Prior experience with long term strategic planning, investing analysis, acquisition, capital, cost management, capital reporting, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, financial reporting, managing fixed assets, closing the books, processing accounts receivable and accounts payable, budgeting, intercompany allocations, year-end audit and technical accounting are all highly desired Do have experience in commercial or manufacturing?  We prefer experience in food, chemical or Pharmaceutical industry but it is not required. Experience leading a team is required.   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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Tate & Lyle is looking for an Analytical Scientist who will serve as a Principal Scientist and key area leader in the Analytical group, Global R&D. Global R&D is located at the Tate & Lyle facility in Hoffman Estates, IL (near Chicago).  The team is currently composed of a diverse group of experienced scientists with skills in chromatography, spectroscopy, materials science, microbiology, and chemical analysis.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES This Principal Scientist will be engaged in planning and executing laboratory work to characterize ingredients, supervision of technicians, and planning project resources. The Principal Scientist will also be expected to engage with internal and external resources to advance technical product development and to provide technical expertise to support existing business in relevant areas. A broad background in measurement science applied to food ingredients is desirable. Experience in carbohydrate chemistry and characterization is required.  Experience in all of the areas of measurement science from the following list is also desirable: Hands-on expertise with wet chemical techniques such as nitrogen/protein analysis, moisture analysis, volatile analysis, oil and organic extractables, titrations, dietary fiber and carbohydrates is a primary responsibility. Most desirably, this experience will include application of techniques on food ingredients and their corresponding matrices. Additional expertise in liquid chromatography and ion chromatography applied to carbohydrates is also desirable.   The Principal Scientist will have two primary areas of responsibility:   1. Measurement Area Leadership: The Principal Scientist will lead capability build and execution in a specific measurement area, driving successful use of measurement tools to advance new product development. The Principal Scientist will also engage with regulatory, legal, commercial and other non-technical personnel to ensure measurement work is in accordance with internal processes & metrics, and will be responsible for delivery of the measurement work packages against project timelines. The Principal Scientist will have a demonstrated knowledge of time and resource management techniques, tools & processes necessary to accomplish these tasks.    2. Execution of Technical Project Objectives: The Principal Scientist will be engaged in planning and executing laboratory work to characterize ingredients, supervision & mentoring of junior scientists & technicians, and planning project resources. The Principal Scientist will also be expected to engage with internal and external resources to advance technical product development and to provide technical expertise to support existing business in relevant areas.   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to:                          Head of Analytical, Global R&D, Peers:                                 Scientists within Global R&D Other key relationships:      Production, commercial, quality, regulatory, legal, engineering, etc.   POSITION REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Biochmistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines and 6-10 years of industrial experience, or an MS degree with 9-13 years of industrial experience.  Fluency in English is a requirement.  Proficiency in one of the following languages is desirable: Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, French, German, Korean, Hindi, Japanese, Russian, or Arabic.  Impact: Impacts the effectiveness of projects across functional groups through measureable delivery of multiple projects with high potential commercial values. Functional Expertise (Technical Knowledge): Demonstrates ability to apply extensive expertise with significant breadth or depth utilizing complex scientific theory and concepts, to assignment were precedents typically does not exist. Demonstrates ability to deliver results where high levels of ambiguity initially existed. DEVELOPED Functional Expertise (Ideation/Innovation/Problem Solving): Develops solutions to highly complex problems. Recognized as an internal consultant for the development of ideas and approaches to initiatives where they are not directly involved. Defines next gen technology. Functional Expertise (Customer Understanding): EXPERT customer knowledge. Has the ability to uncover unmet customer needs and translate these into new solutions and products ideas that ultimately turn into delivered solutions. Technical/Project Leadership: Accomplished project leader that has demonstrated ability to take projects from concept to completion. Participates as a key technical contributor in the identification, assessment, selection and implementation of technology solutions that advance the company's competitive position. Communicating and Influencing: May occasionally present to ExCo as part of tours and demonstrations.  Routinely presents at gate meetings. EXPERT competency in generating white papers and presenting.  Talent Development: Begins to put together formal training agendas that cross group boundaries. Acts as mentor for the career development of more junior personnel. Organizational Processes and Capabilities (Safety): Contributes to safety reviews outside of immediate team, may act as chair for central safety committee.   COMPETENCIES AND CHARACTERISTICS Functional Leadership experience - Previous supervisory experience is a plus.  Drive – Need to be passionate about his/her work, with a high energy level, strong work ethic, and internal drive for organizational and individual success.  Ability to energize others in a team setting important.  Execution – Demonstrated ability to complete assignments, meeting quality- and time-oriented objectives.   Requires strong skills in timeline development and management.   Problem-Solving – Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and should be able to evaluate root causes, and take a systematic, structured view of projects/situations. Innovation - Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and ability to problem-solve.  Team Work – Excellent team-work skills, including an ability to work with diverse teams of people with multiple perspectives and talents, capable of functioning as individual contributor or team leader. Communication – Excellent communication and listening skills:  should be articulate, with the ability to make arguments in a compelling manner at all organizational levels. Customer-Orientation – Customer-centric in approach, be they internal or external customers.  Ability to conduct voice-of-customer interviews with customers to elicit insight on product development needs and product requirements. Safety – An exhibited dedication to safety and commitment to making safety the number one priority.    

Tate & Lyle is looking for a Analytical Scientist who will serve as a Principal Scientist and key area leader in the Analytical group, Global R&D. Global R&D is located at the Tate & Lyle facility in Hoffman Estates, IL (near Chicago).The team is currently composed of a diverse group of experienced scientists with skills in chromatography, spectroscopy, materials science, microbiology, and chemical analysis.   RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES This Principal Scientist will be engaged in planning and executing laboratory work to characterize ingredients, supervision of technicians, and planning project resources. The Principal Scientist will also be expected to engage with internal and external resources to advance technical product development and to provide technical expertise to support existing business in relevant areas. A broad background in measurement science applied to food ingredients is desirable. Experience in carbohydrate chemistry and characterization is required.  Experience in all of the areas of measurement science from the following list is also desirable: Hands-on expertise in rheology, mechanical properties testing, thermal analysis, microscopy and surface science applied to carbohydrate polymers applied to the specialty food ingredient space with an emphasis on structure-property relationships for food ingredients and their matrices.  Most desirably, this experience will include demonstrated skills in quantitative and qualitative analyses of carbohydrates and other natural products.   The Principal Scientist will have two primary areas of responsibility:  1.Measurement Area Leadership: The Principal Scientist will lead capability build and execution in a specific measurement area, driving successful use of measurement tools to advance new product development. The Principal Scientist will also engage with regulatory, legal, commercial and other non-technical personnel to ensure measurement work is in accordance with internal processes & metrics, and will be responsible for delivery of the measurement work packages against project timelines. The Principal Scientist will have a demonstrated knowledge of time and resource management techniques, tools & processes necessary to accomplish these tasks.  2.Execution of Technical Project Objectives: The Principal Scientist will be engaged in planning and executing laboratory work to characterize ingredients, supervision & mentoring of junior scientists & technicians, and planning project resources. The Principal Scientist will also be expected to engage with internal and external resources to advance technical product development and to provide technical expertise to support existing business in relevant areas.   KEY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to:                          Head of Analytical, Global R&D, Peers:                                 Scientists within Global R&D Other key relationships:      Production, commercial, quality, regulatory, legal, engineering, etc.   POSITION REQUIREMENTS The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Biochmistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines and 6-10 years of industrial experience, or an MS degree with 9-13 years of industrial experience.  Fluency in English is a requirement.  Proficiency in one of the following languages is desirable: Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, French, German, Korean, Hindi, Japanese, Russian, or Arabic.  Impact: Impacts the effectiveness of projects across functional groups through measureable delivery of multiple projects with high potential commercial values. Functional Expertise (Technical Knowledge): Demonstrates ability to apply extensive expertise with significant breadth or depth utilizing complex scientific theory and concepts, to assignment were precedents typically does not exist. Demonstrates ability to deliver results where high levels of ambiguity initially existed. DEVELOPED Functional Expertise (Ideation/Innovation/Problem Solving): Develops solutions to highly complex problems. Recognized as an internal consultant for the development of ideas and approaches to initiatives where they are not directly involved. Defines next gen technology. Functional Expertise (Customer Understanding): EXPERT customer knowledge. Has the ability to uncover unmet customer needs and translate these into new solutions and products ideas that ultimately turn into delivered solutions. Technical/Project Leadership: Accomplished project leader that has demonstrated ability to take projects from concept to completion. Participates as a key technical contributor in the identification, assessment, selection and implementation of technology solutions that advance the company's competitive position. Communicating and Influencing: May occasionally present to ExCo as part of tours and demonstrations.  Routinely presents at gate meetings. EXPERT competency in generating white papers and presenting.  Talent Development: Begins to put together formal training agendas that cross group boundaries. Acts as mentor for the career development of more junior personnel. Organizational Processes and Capabilities (Safety): Contributes to safety reviews outside of immediate team, may act as chair for central safety committee.   COMPETENCIES AND CHARACTERISTICS Functional Leadership experience - Previous supervisory experience is a plus.  Drive – Need to be passionate about his/her work, with a high energy level, strong work ethic, and internal drive for organizational and individual success.  Ability to energize others in a team setting important.  Execution – Demonstrated ability to complete assignments, meeting quality- and time-oriented objectives.   Requires strong skills in timeline development and management.   Problem-Solving – Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and should be able to evaluate root causes, and take a systematic, structured view of projects/situations. Innovation - Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and ability to problem-solve.  Team Work – Excellent team-work skills, including an ability to work with diverse teams of people with multiple perspectives and talents, capable of functioning as individual contributor or team leader. Communication – Excellent communication and listening skills:  should be articulate, with the ability to make arguments in a compelling manner at all organizational levels. Customer-Orientation – Customer-centric in approach, be they internal or external customers.  Ability to conduct voice-of-customer interviews with customers to elicit insight on product development needs and product requirements. Safety – An exhibited dedication to safety and commitment to making safety the number one priority.    

Van Buren Plant Manager   GENERAL PURPOSE:   The Plant Manager position provides the overall leadership and expertise to ensure their team’s success in operating the plant safely and efficiently while being good stewards of the environment and generating quality finished goods that exceed customer expectations.   The position has overall responsibility for the Van Buren plant to ensure standards for Environmental, Health, Safety, Quality and Food Safety are met or exceeded as well as in obtaining, developing and retaining talent to meet outlined goals for production and financial performance.    The Plant Manager role provides leadership and support to three direct reports on the site, EHS Manager, Admin Specialist, and Plant Production Manager and directly partners with the VP of Manufacturing, Acidulants as well as other internal and external stakeholders.       PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following:   Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) Ensure full compliance with all internal and external EHS regulations, policies and procedures Champion and personally demonstrate world-class EHS culture ensuring continuous improvement through dialogue and successful training  implementation of outlined initiatives Food Safety, Quality (FS & Q) Ensure full compliance with all internal and external FS & Q policies and procedures Champion and personally demonstrate world-class EHS culture ensuring continuous improvement through successful training and implementation of outlined initiatives Talent and Workforce Strategy Outline talent and workforce strategy for the plant to drive development, retention and engagement Direct change management at the plant through communication and educating the team with critical information Plant Performance Meet outlined performance targets for throughput, productivity, capital implementation and cost Partnership Effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels and categories of stakeholders, both internal and external to the business         Education and/Experience:    A BS degree in Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering/manufacturing management with at least 10 years of engineering and plant experience is required.    Demonstrated Abilities: Sound management, coaching, and organizational capabilities A sharp focus on the development of high performing teams Effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders at all levels Proactive, process-oriented, continuous improvement approach   Self-directed and flexible to work under pressure and on own initiative Good working knowledge of food industry or chemical industry manufacturing practices Computer literate with proficient skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point Exposure to six sigma and/or lean processes a plus

Job Description Responsibilities include operating/monitoring all grain receiving and shipping operations, participating in grain quality control, general maintenance, housekeeping, and maintaining the highest of safety standards.  May be required to climb and work at heights exceeding 50’ and will be required to work in all outdoor environmental conditions. Required Skills Qualified candidates are team players with a high school diploma/equivalent or higher education and should have mechanical equipment operating experience. Basic computer skills are necessary.  Candidates must be willing and able to work numerous overtime hours during the harvest season.  Background check and drug screening will be conducted.

Requisition ID 8644 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Health, Safety and Environment   Recruiter #LI-AR1 Posting Type LI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. About the role This role is an important position to our Meat Coatings division and it will suppport multiple plants, mainly in the midwest region. You'll rack up the airline miles and car miles as you travel to support the site level HSE Managers and the site teams. Key responsibilities Today’s Safety Tip: Safety 1st , Quality Always!   Safety 1st , Quality Always is the backbone of our Quality and HSE culture here at Kerry. We depend on one another and employee engagement leads employees to prioritize  safety.   Kerry provides manufacturing services to numerous clients and we run a fast paced and complex environments that require you to be the liaison between corporate and site operations, coaching and mentoring teams to live Safety 1st, Quality Always as part of their work and daily lives.     You’ll do this by…   Being the HSE site subject matter expert and drive HSE business strategy and initiatives as a business unit HSE Manager, overseeing multiple plants and HSE site level Managers Developing and implementing annual HSE objectives & improvement plans Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify site HSE training needs, develop appropriate resources, and execute training sessions for employees and management staff Are you well versed in ISO 14001? We’ll need your expertise to lead an implementation and management of site support and/or maintain the system Where necessary, lead investigation process and/or collaborate with appropriate team members Partner with Human Resources on the status of all open Workers Compensation claims and coordinate activities to minimize lost and/or restricted workdays Qualifications and skills Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a science based field of study or years of experience in lieu of a degree 7 + years of experience with HSE regulations including OSHA, EPA, and local requirements. 7+ years of  experience with relevant consensus standards such as NFPA and ANSI, and systems such as ISO 14001. Experience engaging employees and developing a strong safety culture. Intermediate to advanced Computer Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Requisition ID 11251 Position Type (US)Full Time Recruiter Posting Type DNI Posting Type No Selection Kerry is a global leader in taste & nutrition. Our manufacturing facilities produce and supply the world with over 15,000 different food, beverage, and pharmaceutical products throughout the world. With a commitment toward sustainability and reputation for innovation, a career with Kerry offers you the chance to change the way the world sees food and nutrition. A career with Kerry is something you can feel good about About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where you'll work: Our Clark location creates flavor ingredients and beverages for Kerry customers and brands. We are a fast paced, never a dull moment manufacturing facility with a culture of accountability and team work. We’re proud of where we live and actively participate in community activities. If you've got an eagle eye for quality and are looking for a team to develop and grow with then this job might be the one for you! 2nd shift, must be able to work 2:30pm - 10:30 pm! What you'll do: As a Spray Dry Operator at our Clark, NJ plant you'll use batch sheets for product formulation, operate, clean and maintain processing equipment, package finished product and label batches. Quality is key so you'll partner with our sanitation team to ensure our equipment and production areas remain at the highest of sanitation standards. You’ll be a key part of a high performing team that keeps production lines running efficiently while working together to ensure we all have a safe workplace. We’ll count on you to help us meet our customer and consumer needs as you:   Measure, weigh and document ingredients Move and transfer ingredients by hand, cart, or forklift (don’t worry, we’ll train you if not certified)   Document temperature and machine readings with accuracy - your detail will be key here What you'll need to be successful and safe: Because you’ll be working with ingredients to specific standards, you’ll have either a high school diploma or equivalent or previous work experience with measuring and documenting with detail.  Thinking of joining a gym? No need! This role will require lifting 80lbs bags of ingredients by hand. Do you know the value of a great team? Teamwork is one of our values and critical to everyone’s success. Because you’ll be part of a team that will count on you, we’d like to see solid work attendance in your current/previous job. 160 Terminal Ave, Clark, NJ 07066 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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be  here  .    

Requisition ID 6454 Position Type (US)Full Time Career Function  Engineering and Maintenance   Recruiter Posting Type DNI Leading to better encompasses all we do at Kerry, it's how we've become the worlds leading taste and nutrition company. Whether it's building and manufacturing sustainable solutions for food, beverage or pharmaceutical consumers, our commitment to lead the world to better nutrition drives us forward. With 24,000+ colleagues across the globe and 15,000+ Kerry products, your opportunities are limitless. About Kerry A career with Kerry Taste & Nutrition offers you an opportunity to shape how people across the globe view food and beverage while providing you opportunities to explore and grow as your interests do. With our commitment to a sustainable future, a career with Kerry is something you can feel good about. Where you'll work: At our Clark, NJ facility we are part of the dairy and culinary division and hundreds of different products for Kerry and our retail customers. We work hard, play hard, and give back to the community we work in through our Kerry employee engagement program. We are located in the greater Clark area.  If you’re looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with, we might be the team for you. We are looking for someone to help us keep things running! We have an immediate openings for a 3rd shift  (10:30p-6:30a) Maintenance Technician.   What you'll do: You’ll work with the Maintenance team to complete building repairs, equipment installation, troubleshooting and installation, fulfillment of assigned work orders and unforeseen repairs in a timely fashion. You’ll follow good manufacturing practices to maintain inventory, preventative maintenance, good housekeeping and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental laws and regulations. We strongly believe in “Safety First, Quality Always” for our employees, products, and customers. If this is something you’re passionate about also, this could be your next great opportunity!   Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to): Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears, and other parts of machinery Install and maintain pipe systems, hydraulic steam, pneumatic equipment Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and other related equipment Building maintenance including minor plumbing, welding, and general upkeep   Qualifications and skills   What you'll need to be successful in this role: 3+ years of General Maintenance Experience. Experience working in a manufacturing environment & food/beverage experience is highly preferred High school diploma or GED is required; associated degree in relevant field preferred Possess and demonstrate basic technical knowledge of some or all of the following: Stainless Steel Welding/Fabrication Ability to be or become or is a Sanitary Certified welder. (outside certification) Boilers Piping systems Electricity PLC’s (Programmable logic controllers) Process control instrumentation HVAC systems Process equipment Personal Computing   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. EEO is the Law poster can be found  here . Additional information can also be here  .                                                                                                         

Regional Category Manager – Rail & Railcar Fleet   About Us Love food? So do we. In fact, we pride ourselves on being food people. For more than 150 years, we’ve been driven by our passion to create food that people love. No matter your role or expertise, you’ll be helping us make food extraordinary across the globe to improve lives for generations. Join us and experience what it’s like to work with people who are passionate about food and strive for the extraordinary. Reports to (Title) VP, Global Logistics Procurement Direct Reports N/A Role Purpose The purpose of this role is to develop and implement effective regional procurement strategies, supplier relationship management and delivery of short term and long term financial plans. The Regional Category Manager North America (NOAM), Rail & Railcar Fleet, will be responsible for negotiations, contractual oversight of +5,500 railcars of various types, vendor risk management, appropriate fleet sizing proportionate to the Company's short and long term goals.  Define strategies to improve delivered price and creative capacity management ensuring longevity of a nimble Supply Chain. Through excellent leadership and communications skills, the NOAM Regional Category Manager will ensure that cross-functional business opportunities are actively embraced.   The Recipe For Success: Proven expertise in sourcing transportation, inclusive of operational experience. Proven ability to manage winning strategies in a monopolistic environment. Rail freight and lease management experience is essential to this role. Well-developed commercial mind-set and logistics market knowledge in the categories of rail freight procurement/operations, railcar fleet, first and last mile and 3rd party bulk transfer locations. Understand and ability to successfully develop and manage stakeholder relationships. Proven track record of strategic procurement and category management with small, medium and large carriers/vendors. Self-starter, outcome oriented individual with a proven track record of delivering savings targets by developing excellent stakeholder relationships both within and outside the organization. Track record of working successful in cross functional teams to serve business needs, develop a compelling selling proposition, and negotiate to win-win contract agreements. Understand unique delivery requirements with determination and willingness to win customer accounts regardless of complexity. Experience managing a portfolio of $100mm+. Strong analytical and mathematical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skill. Well-developed presentation skills. Ability to manage numerous competing priorities and deadline driven. A degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, International Trade or Engineering with consideration to years of experience. Solid understanding of the contracting cycle with ability to apply knowledge in every carrier interaction and become a trusted advisor within the organization. Experience in successfully delivering category management in a global organization. Experience in fleet management wider related business activity would be beneficial. Systems experience with Oracle, SAP and rail freight billing practices would be advantageous. PC literate including MS office suite of standard programs, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills. Experience and understanding of risk management tools and techniques. Performing market assessments, trends and recommending mitigation action plans. Willingness to travel both domestic and international in support of Category and business unit requirements. Positive outlook.   Our Culture: OUR VALUES   Safety Integrity Respect LEADERSHIP BEHAVIORS Partnership- We work together as one global team to deliver for our customers. Agility-We have the courage to act quickly and allow others to experiment and learn. Execution-We deliver long term results, balancing today’s needs with tomorrow’s possibilities. SAFETY ACCOUNTABILITIES Protecting our people and the environment is foundational to our business  Each team member is expected to support the Tate & Lyle culture where Environment, Health and Safety are the overriding values in all activities. Every team member is accountable for working safely and complying with all EHS policies, procedures and regulations relevant to their work and is expected to speak up and intervene to prevent unsafe conditions and to respect fellow workers and the communities in which we work.  Included in this is abidance with our Life Saving Principles (LSPs) and our STOP WORK AUTHORITY, which are developed to strengthen our workplace safety, prevent serious injury or loss of life.