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Warehouse Operator

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.

Why Join Our Team

Our Seattle, WA facility is an integral part of our Beverage division, specializing in the production of sweet syrups and sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. This state-of-the-art production site features advanced technology and a collaborative team environment, where employees are encouraged to support one another's success. The facility offers opportunities for professional growth through structured training and hands-on experience, all guided by dedicated leadership. In addition to focusing on quality manufacturing, the Seattle team enjoys an energetic and inclusive workplace culture, enhanced by engagement programs, volunteer days, and activities that make work both rewarding and enjoyable. If you're seeking a place to develop your career in beverage production while being part of a dynamic and fun team, our Seattle location stands out as an excellent choice.

What You'll Do

As a Warehouse Operator, you'll be responsible for the safe movement of materials and finished products throughout our facility. From operating forklifts and unloading trucks to supporting inventory control and shipping operations, you'll help ensure products are handled efficiently, accurately, and safely while maintaining high standards of quality and workplace safety.

Core responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely.
• Load, unload, move, and store materials throughout the facility.
• Deliver materials to production lines and stage finished goods for shipment.
• Support shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory using RF scanners and warehouse systems.
• Verify product, lot, and SKU information.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.

What You'll Need to Succeed

High School Diploma or Equivalency required (must be over 18 years of age).

• Experience in warehousing, shipping and receiving, inventory control, or material handling.
• Experience operating forklifts and powered pallet jacks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic math skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Experience using ERP or warehouse inventory management systems preferred.
• Experience with RF scanning equipment preferred.
• Previous food manufacturing or production environment experience.

What We Offer

The starting rate for this position is $27.29 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 September 4, 2026. Swing shift 11:00 AM- 7:30 PM may vary, 40 hours per week and overtime available.

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 utilize 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.