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Production Operator - LTO

Kerry, Seattle, WA, United States


Job Responsibilities
As a Production Associate (Batcher), you’ll play a key role in preparing product batches and keeping production moving. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role where accuracy, teamwork, and safety are key to success.

Mix and prepare batches by following recipes, formulas, and mixing instructions

Verify ingredients, quantities, and lot numbers before batching

Monitor processing equipment and controls to ensure smooth, safe operation

Maintain steady product flow and quickly flag issues that could impact quality

Watch for conditions that could affect sterility and report mechanical or process concerns

Move, stage, and store ingredients and materials as needed

Operate a lift truck to transport and position materials

Clean and sanitize equipment, tanks, rooms, piping, and tools per sanitation and CIP requirements

Complete batch records and required production documentation accurately

Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalent, eighteen (18) years or older

1 year of Food or chemical manufacturing experience preferred

6 months of prior electric pallet jack operation and safety certification preferred

Reliable attendance is important for team operations

Must be self‑motivated and conscientious

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team

Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

Mechanical aptitude and analytical skills to solve mechanical problems

Ability to complete certification requirements

Use of MS products, Excel and SAP software preferred

Compensation and Benefits
The pay rate for this position is $31.76 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 May 18, 2026.

Shift Hours
300PM-130AM, Monday - Friday, Overtime Paid Over 40 Hours Worked per Person per Week

Equal Opportunity Statement
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.

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