General Labor-2nd Shift

Ferrero SpA; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

Ferrara in Illinois is seeking a 2nd shift production worker to operate and maintain candy lines, perform changeovers, and assist packaging teams. You will ensure sanitation, quality, productivity, and safety while handling materials and finished goods.

Shift runs 2:30pm–10:30pm, with overtime required as business needs dictate. This role offers benefits and a path to contribute to iconic brands across the Ferrara portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience following GMPs in manufacturing.
• Ability to work overtime; shifts include 2:30pm-10:30pm.
• Must handle materials and packaging tasks.

Responsibilities

• Employee is responsible for handling materials, candy, and producing product.
• Must set up, change-over, and run lines and/or assist packaging employees.
• Responsible for sanitation, quality, productivity, and safety in their area.
• Position requires the ability to work overtime; may require varying start/end times and weekends.
• Work at different work stations as production needs require.

Skills

Materials handling

Line setup & changeovers

Safety & GMP compliance

Teamwork

Job description

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At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Want to make an impact?

***This is a 2nd Shift Position, 2:30pm-10:30pm***

Employee is responsible for handling materials, candy, and producing product. They must set up, change-over, and run lines and/or assist packaging employees. They are responsible for sanitation, quality, productivity, and safety in their area.

Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Ways you will make a difference

Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Policies (GMPs)

Assists anytime the line is in a scrap mode

Assists in other facets of production as needed

Work at different work stations as production needs require

Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to safety methods

Responsible for finished goods

Responsible for verifying and executing pallet patterns where applicable

Skills that will make you successful

Employee is responsible for handling materials, candy, and producing product. They must set up, change-over, and run lines and/or assist packaging employees. They are responsible for sanitation, quality, productivity, and safety in their area.

Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Experiences that will support your success

Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Policies (GMPs)

Assists anytime the line is in a scrap mode

Assists in other facets of production as needed

Work at different work stations as production needs require

Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to safety methods

Responsible for finished goods

Responsible for verifying and executing pallet patterns where applicable

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

$22.50 per hour plus a .39 cent per hour shift differential

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.