Day Shift Production Leader - Quality & Lean Excellence

Ferrara Candy Co.; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Ferrara Candy Co. in Chicago-area facilities is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee hourly staff and execute production and logistics plans across the Mogul department.

You will partner cross-functionally to improve quality, safety, and efficiency, while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and Lean/TPM knowledge, with scheduling that supports 4am–4:15pm shifts and a two-days-on/two-days-off pattern.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in leadership role in manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system.
• Understanding of GMP principles.
• Process, packing, and mechanical experience.
• Experience managing people at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of LEAN Manufacturing Principals.
• Knowledge of TPM pillars is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise execution of production and logistics plans through operators and hourly staff.
• Assist in development and implementation of plans to ensure compliance across responsibilities.
• Operate lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, HACCP/SQF.
• Direct and guide operators in production/logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, cooking, packaging, shipping).
• Manage shift change and daily production standards; oversee labor reconciliation.
• Develop employees to ensure compliance and quality.
• Resolve operational issues to prevent negative performance.
• Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager.
• Own regulatory compliance and food safety processes including allergen control and sustainability standards.
• Participate in daily food reviews and relevant projects.

Skills

Strong verbal and written

Time management

Manage complexity

Independent, proactive

Leadership in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering/operations)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ferrara Candy Co. in Chicago-area facilities is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee hourly staff and execute production and logistics plans across the Mogul department.

You will partner cross-functionally to improve quality, safety, and efficiency, while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and Lean/TPM knowledge, with scheduling that supports 4am–4:15pm shifts and a two-days-on/two-days-off pattern.