Machine Operator (Engrosser) 1st Shift

Ferrara; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Ferrara in Forest Park, Illinois, is seeking a dedicated worker to operate batch making equipment with a focus on quality and safety. The role involves adhering to strict safety protocols and maintaining equipment while ensuring the product meets quality standards.

Employees will receive benefits like health insurance, a 401(k), and PTO, with a competitive pay of $25.50 per hour plus potential annual bonuses based on company performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 months related experience.
• Ability to operate and manage batch making processes.
• Capable of performing arithmetic and understanding documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned work safely and adhere to Ferrara’s safety methods.
• Load pans and cook ingredients following procedures.
• Conduct quality checks and maintain equipment hygiene.

Skills

Problem-solving in standardized situations

Operating and troubleshooting process equipment

Arithmetic calculations

Reading and interpreting safety and procedural documents

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Understanding time tracking objectives

Promotes teamwork and a good attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year of batch making experience preferred

Job description

Work Location

Forest Park

Position Overview

Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends depending on business needs. Core hours: 4am-4:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to Ferrara’s safety methods
• Adheres to all Ferrara established GMP's
• Verifies centers that will be engrossed meet all quality standards regarding size and solids
• Feeds kettle with raw materials (i.e., sugar, syrup, etc.) and cooks ingredients to specifications
• Responsible for safe operation and sanitary upkeep of entire bay of pans
• Loads pan and engrosses centers to proper size and weight using syrup and dry sugar (or dextrose) according to procedure and recipe
• Conducts adjustments to controls to regulate temperature, amount of raw materials, etc.
• Loads trays / boards on truck to be sent to the polishing room
• Checks production schedule to determine variety and quantity of products to engross
• Conducts periodic quality checks
• Conducts changeovers
• Responsible for hygiene and general organization of entire work area including, but not limited to clean up of all equipment and surrounding areas and prevention of cross contamination
• Operate all equipment safely with all guards in place
• Informs immediate supervisor of any problems encountered including, but not limited to quality, safety and/or equipment performance

Skills

• Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot problems with all necessary process equipment
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, with the ability to work scheduled shifts and overtime as required
• Capable of understanding time tracking objectives with the ability to swipe into orders and perform other objectives in the system
• Promotes teamwork, possesses a good attitude, and exhibits flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed

Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of batch making experience preferred

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and 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-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary is $25.50 per hour.