2nd Shift Production Lead - Bethlehem, PA

Requisition

Position Type (US)
Full Time

Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite

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

Our Bethlehem, PA, location is part of our Liquid Beverage division and specializes in coffee extract and flavorings created for Kerry products and customers!

5000 Township Line Road, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017

Core hours 100 PM - 930 PM (flexibility required)

Pay Rate/Hourly Rate/shift differential 25.00
-33.00/hr (+0.50)

Position Summary

The 2nd Shift Production Lead plays a critical role in supporting daily operations at the Kerry Bethlehem facility. This position provides hands-on leadership across key production areas-including roasting, grinding, extraction, reverse osmosis (RO), blending, and filling-to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production.

The Production Lead acts as the primary support to the 2nd Shift Supervisor, helping guide a team of up to 10 employees. This role requires strong technical knowledge, consistent communication, and the ability to model proper procedures and behaviors. The Lead is expected to uphold safety, quality, and operational standards while fostering a positive and professional work environment.

Key responsibilities

Leadership & Team Support

* Provide day‑to‑day direction and support to production team members.

Production Operations

* Oversee production activities to ensure output meets established KPIs and quality standards

Safety & Compliance

* Model and enforce all safety policies, GMPs, and quality procedures.

Systems & Reporting

* Utilize SAP for production entries, material movements, and inventory accuracy.

* Support Supervisor with data collection and reporting of shift performance metrics.

Flexibility & Coverage

* Provide coverage for the Supervisor during meetings, trainings, or absences.

* Attend required trainings or cross-functional meetings outside core hours when necessary.

Qualifications and skills

* Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment, preferably in a lead or senior operator role.

* Strong technical aptitude and understanding of production processes.

* Effective communication skills with the ability to coach and guide others.

* Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and procedural compliance.

* Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.

* Basic proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.

Preferred Traits

* High integrity and strong sense of ownership.

* Calm, steady presence during fast-paced or challenging situations.

* Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

* Team-focused with a passion for developing others.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $25.00 to $33.00 - per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. 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, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 5/2026.

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