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Kerry Ingredients Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Production Operator (Day Shift)

Affton, MO

$14.75 - $18/hr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Production Operator (Day Shift)

Affton, MO

$14.75 - $18/hr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Production Operator (Day Shift)

Affton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Production Operator (Night Shift)

Affton, MO · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Accounting Analyst

Duluth, GA · On-site

$55K - $72K/yr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Production Manager

Affton, MO · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Production Manager

Affton, MO · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts, and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry ...

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How much do kerry ingredients jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for kerry ingredients in the United States is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Kerry Ingredients job?

A Kerry Ingredients job typically involves working for Kerry Group, a global food and beverage company specializing in taste and nutrition solutions. Roles can range from food science and product development to manufacturing, quality control, sales, and supply chain management. Employees in these positions contribute to creating innovative ingredient solutions for customers in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Kerry Ingredients position, and why are they important?

To thrive at Kerry Ingredients, you generally need a background in food science, chemistry, or engineering, along with experience in the food manufacturing industry. Familiarity with quality assurance protocols, lab analysis equipment, and food safety management systems such as HACCP and FSSC 22000 is highly valuable. Strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly across departments will set you apart. These competencies ensure consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient collaboration in a fast-paced production environment.

What types of advancement opportunities are available for employees at Kerry Ingredients?

Kerry Ingredients offers a range of career development paths, allowing employees to progress from entry-level technical or production roles to supervisory, specialist, or management positions. Advancement often depends on building expertise in food technology, process optimization, or quality assurance, as well as demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills. The company encourages ongoing training and professional development, and promotes internally whenever possible. Many employees can also pursue cross-functional opportunities, such as moving from product development to quality or supply chain management. If you're motivated and proactive, Kerry Ingredients provides a supportive environment for professional growth.

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Infographic showing various Kerry Ingredients job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $37,856 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Production Operator (Day Shift)

Irca Group

Affton, MO

$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

The Irca Group is an International Leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.
 
Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.
 
Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled "one-stop shop" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). "Extraordinary made simple"
 
JOB PURPOSE
 
The Production Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating food manufacturing equipment to produce high-quality products that meet company standards, customer requirements, and all applicable food safety and regulatory guidelines. This role supports daily production goals while maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operate production and packaging equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Set up, monitor, and adjust machinery to ensure consistent product quality and efficiency.
  • Perform routine quality checks and document results accurately. 
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), HACCP, food safety, and sanitation requirements at all times.
  • Complete required production, downtime, safety, and sanitation documentation.
  • Identify and report equipment issues, product defects, or safety concerns to leadership.
  • Assist with changeovers, minor troubleshooting, and routine equipment cleaning.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area before, during, and after production runs.
  • Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with team members, maintenance, quality, and supervision to meet production goals.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts. 
JOB SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Strong attention to detail and quality
  • Basic math, reading, and documentation skills
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn production equipment
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
  • Safety-focused mindset with strong accountability
  • Dependable, punctual, and adaptable to changing production needs
  • Food manufacturing experience preferred
REQUIRED
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs throughout the shift
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts
  • Willingness to work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed
  • Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and food allergens
Why Join Us: 
Irca Group offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Vacation, and Holidays, Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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