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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.

Quality Assurance Technician 1st Shift

Work Location: DeKalb

Want to make an impact?

Proactive individual with initiative and ability to work as a contributing team member, as well as individually with little or no supervision or direction. The individual should be able to perform the primary duties; responsibilities listed below and are flexible to perform other duties as necessary. The individual should be able to follow the guidelines and frequency of checks.

Ways you will make a difference

1. Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
2. Adheres to all FPC established GMP’s.
3. Performs quality checks of work in progress and finish product through inspection and laboratory analysis.
4. Conducts analytical testing – pH and Chlorine.
5. Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to FPC safety methods.
6. Conducts Critical Control Point Checks – Metal Detection
7. Conducts daily weight checks packaging material.
8. Conducts ATP/Allergen Swab test on after equipment clean during shift
9. Quarterly Environmental swabs
10. Participates in plant’s GMP audit as needed
11. Participates in Glass, Brittle Plastic Inspection as needed
12. Review of packaging paperwork
13. Conduct daily temperature checks
14. Performs plant walk-through at the beginning and end of respective shifts
15. Places product which is out of specification on a quality hold status as necessary.
16. Maintains inventory of all supplies for the laboratory.
17. Back-up to Quality Control Lab Technician his/her absence.
18. Other duties as assigned.

Skills that will make you successful

1. Ability to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
2. Ability to speak, write and read English.
3. Be at work as scheduled and in a timely manner.
4. Good analytical skills as well as written and verbal communication skills.
5. Maintains a clean and neat work area.
6. Ability to work overtime as needed.
7. Ability to work scheduled shift.
8. Promotes teamwork, possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform task as needed.
9. Spreadsheet and database Knowledge (Microsoft Excel)
10. Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety, quality and other relevant requirements.
11. Ensures compliance with FSSC 22000

Experiences that will support your success

Must have at least one year of food quality experience (food manufacturing environment)

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

$27.00 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.