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

The Plant Manager for the Montebello, California facility plays a pivotal role in leading and coordinating activities at this essential Vinegar plant within the Kerry network. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead a critical site undergoing significant investment and automation upgrades. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operations of this key facility, leading a hands-on team of 15-20 employees.

Key responsibilities

In this role you will:

Oversee production, regulatory compliance, inventory management, transportation, and delivery of products to the marketplace, capital expenditures, continuous improvement initiatives, recordkeeping, and benchmarking.

Manage all operations to ensure compliance with Plant Quality Assurance Programs and support the implementation of a Zero Defects Quality Program.

Supervise all plant capital expenditures, overseeing spending, and reporting to Corporate, with a focus on implementing new technologies and automation solutions.

Provide direct supervision to the plant superintendent, offering guidance and support in daily operations and critical decision-making.

Work closely with Plant Managers and key Stakeholders to develop a comprehensive strategy for fostering collaboration with other 6 vinegar plants across the Country.

Monitor inventory levels of critical raw materials, coordinating timely orders to support smooth operations and storage utilization, especially in the context of upcoming automation.

Perform any other duties as required and requested by Corporate, especially related to leading and implementing new technologies and automation.

Monitor Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, ensuring seamless integration of new technologies and automation into plant operations while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications and skills

Education: A four-year college degree in a technical field (Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, Food Science, etc.) is required. Engineering background is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of 8 years of experience in food or related manufacturing. Demonstrated leadership experience. Previous experience in managing continuous 24x7 operations preferred.

The ideal candidate will bring a:

A proactive and engaged leadership approach, characterized by a hands-on management style.

Forward thinking attributes coupled with a commitment to cultivating a culture of continuous improvement.

Lean Six Sigma experience and certification are strongly preferred, especially in the context of implementing new technologies and automation.

Compensation Data

The typical hiring range for this role is $125,000 to $159,000 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. EEO is the Law poster can be foundhere (http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) . Additional information can also be here (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf) .

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.