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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 Supervisor

Work Location: DeKalb

Want to make an impact?

Responsible for managing the flow of all finished product in to and out of the plant to include: Production and inbound shipments receipts, customer shipments, interplant shipments, inter-warehouse shipments and special shipments. Supervises hourly employees in support of storage, production supply, inventory and shipping functions as well as the outlying functions of quality inspections, equipment upkeep, maintenance and sanitation.

Ways you will make a difference

Manage personnel for safe and efficient finished product warehousing, production supply, outside storage, special packaging, and all inbound and outbound shipments.
Ensures inventory controls are in place to ensure inventory accuracy.
Provide safe, sanitary (Housekeeping Program) and secure plant.
Services finished product away from all production operations.
Maintain dock and storage facilities in an orderly organized manner.
Ensure proper loading and unloading of trailers.
Working with other departments for continuous improvements.
Controls assigned shipping location for each customer, intra and interplant shipment.
Ensures adherence to safety and GMP policies and standards.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Skills that will make you successful

Ability to organize and prioritize workload, and to meet deadlines.
Ability to work with inter-departmental teams.
Ability to write and verbally communicate in a professional manner.

Experiences that will support your success

3-5 years of relevant experience.
Basic experience in Microsoft Office and SAP.

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

$80,325 to $112,455 annually

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.