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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 Technician-Overnight Shift

Job Location: Bellwood

Want to make an impact?

***THIS IS AN OVERNIGHT (4:45PM-5:15AM) SHIFT, 2/2/3/2 FORMAT: 2 NIGHTS ON, 2 NIGHTS OFF, 3 NIGHTS ON, 2 NIGHTS OFF***

Position Summary

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

Essential Accountabilities

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
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 and verify/validate with signature
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

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience

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

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.