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For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach’s®, NERDS®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli® to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.

Sanitation Tech-Overnight Shift

Work Location: Bellwood

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

OVERNIGHT SHIFT, 2/2/3 Schedule (5pm-5:15am), every other weekend OFF Sat/Sun/Mon

The Sanitation Technician will plan, direct, and control daily and nightly cleaning activities to meet established standards.  Position is responsible for following proper procedures to clean industrialized equipment, ensure adherence to food safety standards and assist in minimizing down time. 

Ways you will make a difference

Manage plant sanitation procedures, programs and regulatory requirements, ensuring all plant equipment is clean and safe for production

Strictly adhere to sanitation, GMP, and safety standards

Perform cleaning and sanitation activities according to Master Sanitation Schedules for the facility interior and exterior and ensure superior sanitation of equipment and surrounding areas

Mentor and motivate Janitors and Balers on shift, providing training and development to optimize performance and personal growth

Participate in regular meetings with plant management to discuss quality and sanitation improvements

Facilitate problem resolution related to sanitation and sanitation quality issues

Follow up on work orders with the appropriate associates to ensure expeditious performance of the requested work

Monitor the Chemical storage and dispense the appropriate concentration for cleaning activities

Receive and track sanitary and chemical inventory

Monitor sanitation team in the use of chemicals and proper safety procedures, checking inventory levels of chemicals and ordering supplies when necessary

Understand and demonstrate the Company’s core values and operating principles

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned support to Ferrara Candy Company business objectives

Skills that will make you successful

Minimum of 2 years sanitation experience in the food-industry preferred

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Basic knowledge of HACCP, BRC food safety and GMP principles

Sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines; self-directed

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives

Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, product quality (success rates), throughput delivery and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)

Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software

Experiences that will support your success

This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. Position requires ability to work varying start times, overtime and weekends dependent on business needs.

Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively.

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-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

$23.50 per hour plus a .75 cent per hour shift differential.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-.

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.