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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.

Warehouse Lead, 2nd Shift

Work Location: ​Chicago​

 

Position requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs

 

 

Want to make an impact?

 

Warehouse Lead, 2nd Shift position is primarily on 2nd Shift but must be able to cover other shifts as needed to ensure coverage on vacation times and related. Supports the Material/Logistics Supervisor in the daily activities and leads the team. Reports directly to Material/Logistics Supervisor. Coordinates activities, directing employees in daily tasks. Works with peers sharing information and creating a positive work environment. 

Ways you will make a difference

 

Perform normal assigned duties in addition to the following functions:

  • Assign work schedules and daily duties.
  • Responsible for daily check of dock lights inside and out
  • Provide backup when needed for loading or unloading and daily job duties when under staffed.
  • Backup for Shipping/Receiving Coordinator.
  • Ensure employee safety through sound decision making
  • Provide a clean working environment in warehouse areas.
  • Ensure processes are followed in regards to shipping and receiving departments.
  • Make changes required to improve department effectiveness.
  • Ensure cycle counts and daily reconciling is complete.
  • Audit trailers to improve DURP issues.
  • Ensure employees are properly trained and follow safety guidelines.
  • Plan, organize and control employees to effectively support the shipping department to achieve success.
  • Responsible for creating work notifications for the department.
  • Monitoring recycle trucks to ensure when loads are full and needs to be replace with and empty.
  • Responsible to maintain proper Chep pallet inventory.
  • Must be able to work a 8 hour shift and be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift 

Skills that will make you successful

 

  • Must have solid communication skills, Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Solid math aptitude
  • Computer skills with SAP, warehouse systems and Microsoft Outlook applications strongly preferred.
  • Must have a Forklift Operator Certification
  • Must have 6+ months of experience in a similar setting
  • Must have good and proven attendance record 

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

 

$31 hourly

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.


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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