Production Manager - Kerry

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.




Key responsibilities




+ Oversees and optimizes production processes and activities within a manufacturing site to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.


+ Ensuring all safety and health standards are met to keep an organization accident-free.


+ Communicating regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production.


+ Evaluating machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime.


+ Establishing a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations.






Qualifications and skills




+ A degree in food technology, business administration, engineering or equivalent.


+ 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment in food and/or chemical industry.


+ Must have experience managing a large team of direct reports A passion for motivating, coaching and managing people.


+ Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations (Occupational Health & Safety standards).






Compensation Data



The typical hiring range for this role is $89,175 to $134,984 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).





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) (http://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf) .