Candy Coating Operator - 2nd Shift & Quality Focus

Ferrara; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual bonus based on performance

Job summary

Ferrara in Bellwood is seeking a dedicated operator for a 2nd shift role. Duties include coating candy after deposition and curing, plus general duties to support packaging lines. You will set up and run equipment, monitor quality, and maintain a clean work area.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, basic problem solving, ability to pass pallet jack and forklift certification tests, and the fitness to stand or walk for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic problem solving skills are required.
• Must be able to pass pallet jack and forklift certification tests.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coating of candy after deposition and curing prior to packaging.
• Set up and wash down equipment including conveyors, tumblers, laser cleaners, steam tables, weigh belts, vision systems.
• Maintain proper equipment settings and materials quality to ensure output and scrap reduction.
• Perform quality checks and report findings.
• Keep work area clean and organized; identify opportunities to reduce scrap.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Problem solving

Forklift certification

Pallet jack operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack certification

Job description

Ferrara in Bellwood is seeking a dedicated operator for a 2nd shift role. Duties include coating candy after deposition and curing, plus general duties to support packaging lines. You will set up and run equipment, monitor quality, and maintain a clean work area.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, basic problem solving, ability to pass pallet jack and forklift certification tests, and the fitness to stand or walk for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime may be required.