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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.

Machine Operator, 3rd Shift

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Want to make an impact?

 

Challenging MACHINE OPERATOR opportunity within the food industry.  Sweet opportunity to make highest quality, dynamic candy brands with a growing company.

 

General Shift Hours:

 

10:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m.

 

Ways you will make a difference

 

  • Operates assigned equipment within production department
  • Completes required quality checks on product in a timely manner.
  • Must have strong knowledge of equipment to maximize output efficiencies.
  • Responsible completing product changeovers in safe, efficient, and accurate manner.
  • Verify production reports completed accurately based on production schedule.
  • Coordinate break/lunch relief to provide minimal disruption to business operation.
  • Assist maintenance with changeovers on designated equipment when necessary.
  • Track/populate line boards where appropriate with hourly performance including downtime incurred.
  • React to unsafe/quality issues immediately by notifying Supervisor.
  • Frequent inspection of equipment during shift, including jaw cleaning, tube inspection and code date verification, change film and ribbon on line when needed following all safety procedures.
  • Record quality weight checks for all tube (10 pouches per tube) every ½ hour. If under/ overweight inspect and calibrate scales as needed.
  • Verify correct temperature setting. If issue persists notified Supervisor.
  • Adjust target weight/parameters for correct product on line.
  • Promptly address issues, such as tube jams, metal detector issues, and empty pouches.
  • Quickly identify and escalate any equipment issues.
  • Control weight by collect 5 pouches (bag) every 30 minutes, or as requested by Q.A verifying pouch seals are at specification.
  • Continuously monitor baggers for quality of product being packed.
  • Ability to enter correct code date/expiration date of product.
  • Inspect all equipment for safety/sanitation/food safety issues.
  • Ability to trouble-shoot equipment and escalate issues that can’t be resolved.
  • Inspect, clean, and replace pull belts as necessary.
  • Perform metal detector and QAR checks appropriately.
  • Communicate with oncoming shift operators any maintenance/quality issues.
  • Must follow all safety regulations and GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Communicate problems or concerns to Supervisor.
  • Perform related duties as assigned or required.
  • Dedication to comply with all applicable food laws, regulations, and food safety requirements.
  • Ability to comply with Company Policies, as well as promotes safety and safe work conditions.
  • Must be able to work a full shift / and overtime as needed.

 

Experiences that will support your success

 

  • Willingness and ability to perform duties described above and experience performing such duties preferred
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, twist, stand, bend, climb, stoop, squat, kneel stand, crouch, handle, walk, reach, push, and lift overhead.
  • Must be able to recognize quality issues and take proper action to correct them.
  • Have a good attendance record and follow instructions carefully and thoroughly
  • Must be able to understand production schedule and equipment output capability.
  • Able to respond quickly to new situations and new tasks
  • Basic math skills
  • Ability to work with others and be flexible in work habits to achieve goals
  • Perform responsibilities in a safe manner

 

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.

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