Food & Beverage E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's food & beverage industry spans General Mills and Land O'Lakes headquarters in the Twin Cities, craft breweries across Minneapolis-St. Paul, and food manufacturing facilities throughout the state. Australian professionals in food science, product development, quality assurance, and operations management can find E-3 visa sponsorship with employers who regularly hire internationally qualified specialists.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 65014
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.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $23.25–28.25. 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 12/26.
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.
What's In It For You
Looking for a stable, full-time role on days with strong pay and leadership responsibility?
Under the direction of the Sanitation Supervisor, the Sanitation Lead coordinates activities related to cleaning and monitoring the hygienic conditions of the manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, compliance, and overall plant cleanliness.
What’s in it for you?
- $23.25–$28.25/hr base pay
- Full benefits package
- Day shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Overtime eligible
- Leadership opportunity within sanitation and food safety operations
Where You'll Work
Our Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division, specializing in fermented ingredients for the bio-science industry. We’re proud of our clean-label, natural products and our commitment to freshness and quality.
As a Sanitation Lead, you’ll:
- Fully understand all chemical SOPs, including proper usage, dilution, safe handling, and exposure response
- Lead cleaning operations using foamers, pressure washers, and hose stations efficiently and safely
- Delegate and train sanitation technicians and plant personnel on maintaining clean and sanitary conditions (floors, railings, ledges, equipment, etc.)
- Operate lifts, stepladders, scaffolding, and other equipment safely
- Complete weekly sanitation and chemical inventory tracking and ordering
- Conduct environmental monitoring tasks (swabs, air plates, water testing)
- Maintain and complete master sanitation schedules after tasks are performed
- Identify and report unsafe equipment conditions or malfunctions immediately
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What You'll Need To Succeed
What you'll need to be successful and safe:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum one year of experience in a food manufacturing environment with an emphasis in sanitation
- Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with production and maintenance teams
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide logical solutions
- Commitment to maintaining hygienic production standards and following sanitation protocols
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 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.
Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI
Nearest Major Market: Rochester MN
Requisition ID: 65014
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.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $23.25–28.25. 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 12/26.
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.
What's In It For You
Looking for a stable, full-time role on days with strong pay and leadership responsibility?
Under the direction of the Sanitation Supervisor, the Sanitation Lead coordinates activities related to cleaning and monitoring the hygienic conditions of the manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, compliance, and overall plant cleanliness.
What’s in it for you?
- $23.25–$28.25/hr base pay
- Full benefits package
- Day shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Overtime eligible
- Leadership opportunity within sanitation and food safety operations
Where You'll Work
Our Rochester, MN location is part of our Applied Health and Nutrition Division, specializing in fermented ingredients for the bio-science industry. We’re proud of our clean-label, natural products and our commitment to freshness and quality.
As a Sanitation Lead, you’ll:
- Fully understand all chemical SOPs, including proper usage, dilution, safe handling, and exposure response
- Lead cleaning operations using foamers, pressure washers, and hose stations efficiently and safely
- Delegate and train sanitation technicians and plant personnel on maintaining clean and sanitary conditions (floors, railings, ledges, equipment, etc.)
- Operate lifts, stepladders, scaffolding, and other equipment safely
- Complete weekly sanitation and chemical inventory tracking and ordering
- Conduct environmental monitoring tasks (swabs, air plates, water testing)
- Maintain and complete master sanitation schedules after tasks are performed
- Identify and report unsafe equipment conditions or malfunctions immediately
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What You'll Need To Succeed
What you'll need to be successful and safe:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum one year of experience in a food manufacturing environment with an emphasis in sanitation
- Ability to work independently and cross-functionally with production and maintenance teams
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide logical solutions
- Commitment to maintaining hygienic production standards and following sanitation protocols
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 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.
Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI
Nearest Major Market: Rochester MN
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Which food & beverage companies sponsor E-3 visas in Minnesota?
Minnesota's largest food & beverage employers include General Mills, Land O'Lakes, Cargill, and Hormel Foods, all of which have histories of sponsoring skilled international workers. Smaller specialty food producers and craft beverage companies in the Twin Cities metro also sponsor E-3 visas for roles requiring specific technical qualifications. Sponsorship activity varies by role and business need, so checking individual employer filing histories is the most reliable approach.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most food & beverage E-3 sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro, particularly Minneapolis and Golden Valley, concentrates the greatest number of food & beverage E-3 opportunities due to the headquarters presence of major industry employers. Rochester and St. Cloud have food manufacturing and processing facilities that occasionally sponsor skilled roles. Duluth's growing specialty food and brewing sector has also produced sponsorship opportunities for technically qualified professionals.
What types of food & beverage roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship?
E-3 sponsorship requires the position to meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning it must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. In food & beverage, roles that commonly qualify include food scientists, product development technologists, quality assurance managers, regulatory affairs specialists, nutritionists, and supply chain analysts. General production or line supervision roles typically do not qualify unless they require specific degree-level technical expertise.
How do I find food & beverage E-3 sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate lists food & beverage jobs in Minnesota filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship, drawing on DOL Labor Condition Application filing data to identify employers with verified sponsorship histories. Searching by industry and state on Migrate Mate surfaces roles at companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor E-3 workers, which is more targeted than general job searches. Filtering for specialty occupation roles in food science, quality, or product development narrows results to positions most likely to qualify.
Are there any Minnesota-specific considerations for food & beverage E-3 sponsorship?
Minnesota's strong cooperative and agribusiness culture means some large employers, including dairy and grain cooperatives, operate differently from publicly traded corporations and may have varying sponsorship processes. The state's food manufacturing sector is concentrated outside the metro in smaller cities, where employers may have less experience with E-3 filings specifically. Australian applicants should confirm that a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications previously, as first-time sponsors face a longer internal approval process before an offer can be extended.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 food & beverage jobs in Minnesota?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.