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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.

Maintenance Planner

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Want to make an impact?

 

 

Look into this amazing opportunity at our growing facility at 2945 W. 31st Street, Chicago, Illinois!

 

  • Responsible for the development, maintaining and continuous improvement of the maintenance plans (Preventative, Predictive and Corrective), build the bill of materials, maintenance assemblies and task lists and updating the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) which is SAP for Chicago 31st Street.  This position also includes responsibility for the management of the storeroom.
  • The position of Maintenance Planner reports to the Maintenance Manager.  Maintenance Planner works with Maintenance Shift Leads to create the weekly work plan.
  • The Maintenance Planner works closely with the Maintenance Manager and Production Supervisors to ensure that the integrity of the weekly maintenance plan is followed by the Mechanics or that any changes made are reported back to the Maintenance Planner for follow-up and future scheduling.
  • The Maintenance Planner assists in planning and supervising the daily maintenance, including weekends, of repair projects on available equipment not scheduled to run.
  • Assists in the orientation and training of new employees as related to the Maintenance Computerized Management System, or equipment parts and repair as necessary.

Ways you will make a difference

 

  • Maintain and update the Plant’s SAP function location hierarchy database as necessary.
  • Development and implementation of PM and PdM tasks and plans including validation of new plans through Mechanics and the Maintenance Manager.  Prioritize run time PM development program.
  • Maintain and schedule PM’s for facilities maintenance including electrical substations, electrical breakers, boilers PRV’s, air holding tanks, air compressors, water supplies, and instrumentation within the Plant.
  • Ensure that planned work is being completed by the mechanics and provide support to the Production Supervisors in the event of emergency work priority determination.
  • Must work closely with the Storeroom staff on spare parts issuance, assignment of parts for work orders, and spare parts inventory levels.
  • Coordinates and directs the activity with outside vendors (Original Equipment Manufacturer-OEM) and outside contractors.
  • Responsible for the creation of purchase requisitions and at times, sourcing of various vendors and pricing to procure necessary items.
  • Responsible for documenting department Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
  • Actively involved with the plant safety teams and as a point person to support safety related issues.
  • Must comply with all applicable food laws, regulations and food safety requirements.
  • Perform other related duties as requested.

 

Experiences that will support your success

 

  • Two years of a technical Maintenance  program or formal completion of an apprenticeship program required
  • Minimum of two years of experience in maintenance activity required, preferably in a food industry setting.
  • College courses a plus
  • Mechanical or Electrical degree a plus
  • Previous maintenance planner or supervisor experience is highly desirable.
  • Must possess the ability to work effectively with people. 

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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