Forklift Operator

​Requisition ID 67651**
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

Job Summary

The primary functions of the Forklift Operator position are to safely and securely transport finished goods and raw materials between the receiving docks, storage areas, production, packaging, warehouse, and the shipping docks. Responsibilities also include using SAP to document and maintain inventory, complete inbound and outbound inspections, and ensure warehouse organization and cleanliness.

Key responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

  Material handling of finished goods and raw materials using forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.

  Be able to stack 4 high when needed.

  Manage inventory to ensure production is using it in FIFO rotation.

  Maintain accurate records of inventory movements using SAP.

  Interface with truck drivers.

  Perform housekeeping in own work area and assists with detailed cleaning activities in other areas of plant on a regular basis. This can occasionally mean entire shifts of cleaning duties.

  All other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.

Qualifications and skills

Minimum Qualifications

  High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required..

  1-3 years of shipping or warehouse experience preferred.

  Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.

  Ability to work in fast paced environment and must also adapt to frequent changes.

  Must pass necessary tests to earn forklift certification.

  Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

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.

The pay rate for this position is $18.34 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 11/30/26

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.

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Posting Type **DNI