Quality Technician 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.
What You'll Do:
As a Quality Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of our products. You will conduct laboratory testing, monitor production quality, maintain accurate documentation, and support food safety initiatives throughout the plant. This position is ideal for detail-oriented individuals who enjoy problem-solving, working independently, and contributing to a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Inspect and test raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met. Document results and maintain accurate quality records. Review and disposition non-conforming products. Conduct environmental monitoring and laboratory testing. Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain supplies. Prepare and ship product samples to customers and other Kerry facilities. Support food safety, GMP, HACCP, allergen, regulatory, and customer requirements. Assist with quality investigations, special projects, and continuous improvement quality concerns and work closely with production and leadership teams. What We Look ForHigh School diploma or equivalency required, Associates of Science or higher degree and/or 2 years of related experience preferred. At least 1 yr. of food or chemical manufacturing experience, chemical testing and analysis role preferred. Prior training in HACCP, SQF, CGMP's preferred. Utilization of SAP, MS and other manufacturing software. Ability to read, understand and follow laboratory, sensory and physical testing protocols and methods. Ability to work in a temperature controlled, manufacturing environment. Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping skills. Positive attitude and ability to work well with others. Commitment to food safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Flexibility to support training or coverage across shifts as needed.
What We Offer:
The hiring range for this position is $21.00-$22.00 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 October 12, 2026. 4 Day Work Week! Our 2nd Shift Works from 4:00 pm - 2:30 am, Mon.-Thurs.! Overtime is Available, Usually Not 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.
