General Labor 2nd Shift - Forest Park, IL

VetJobs; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara is hiring a General Labor role at the Forest Park, IL site. The role involves hands-on packaging tasks, quality checks, and maintaining a safe manufacturing environment. Overtime and varied start times may be required to meet production needs.

Core hours are 4:00pm–4:30am, with duties including assembling packaging materials, loading production lines, and adhering to GMPs and safety standards. Prior high school education is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely handle materials and follow safety procedures.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Flexibility to work overtime and varied shifts.
• High School or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to GMPs and safety standards.
• Assemble cartons and packaging materials.
• Load candy into production and packaging equipment.
• Inspect materials and finished goods for quality.
• Notify operator of equipment jams and malfunctions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality

Safety consciousness

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Timekeeping systems

Production tracking systems

Packaging equipment basics

Job description

Job Description

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

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.

Core Hours: 4:00pm-4:30am

Want to make an impact?

As a General Labor employee, you'll contribute to the production process by performing hands-on tasks such as dumping product into packaging equipment, catching and packing finished goods, palletizing completed cases, conducting visual quality checks, and helping maintain a safe, efficient, and clean manufacturing environment. Your work will play a direct role in delivering high-quality products to consumers.

Ways you will make a difference

• Adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Assemble cartons and packaging materials
• Consistently load candy into production and packaging equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and work in accordance with Ferrara safety standards
• Perform routine visual quality checks to ensure product quality and consistency
• Promptly notify the machine operator of equipment jams
• Inspect materials, products, and containers throughout the packaging process
• Pack specialty product assortments and promotional configurations as assigned
• Package finished goods to ensure quality presentation and appearance
• Verify and execute designated pallet patterns as required
• Assist with production support, product handling, and cleanup activities as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Auto req ID

483003BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Ability to safely handle materials using established material handling methods, or other available controls, as required by the position
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and apply common-sense problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to maintain productivity and keep pace with production line requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to identify and resolve routine issues in a standardized work environment
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to support various production needs as assigned
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work scheduled shifts and overtime as needed
• Ability to accurately use timekeeping and production tracking systems
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Commitment to following all company policies, food safety requirements, and quality standards, including FSSC 22000

Previous Manufacturing Or Warehouse Experience Preferred But Not Required

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.

Compensation

The salary for this role is $22.50 per hour.

City

Forest Park

State

Illinois

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Ferrara