At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®.  In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s. A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara-/

Material Handler - 2nd Shift

Work Location: ​Fairfield​

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

 

Core Hours: 3:00pm-12:00am

Want to make an impact?

The Material Handler, reporting to the Packaging Supervisor, keeps raw materials moving at our packaging center. This role powers our operation by transporting raw materials and product to and from packaging lines using a stand-up forklift. You’ll keep packaging and return areas organized and make sure raw materials get to where it needs to go—fresh and fast.  

Ways you will make a difference

  • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations 
  • Picks and stages raw materials at packaging lines returning unused raw materials to warehouse 
  • Reports any discrepancies to the floor and/or the department supervisor 
  • Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to all safety methods and GMP’s 
  • Assists with inventory reconciliation process 
  • Maintains inventory control system by tracking, moving, and shipping the product using “SAP system” and/or Excel spreadsheet 
  • Performs duties in a safe manner and report all observed safety hazards to managers 
  • Flexibility to work outside of core hours to support business operations 
  • May be asked to fill in at the packaging equipment 
  • Arranges and rotates stock in the warehouse 
  • Rotates stock from warehouse for candy mix pickers and picks candy mixes 
  • Performs all other related duties assigned by management. 

Skills that will make you successful

Language Skills: 

                   

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 

 

Mathematical Skills:                     

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. 

 

Reasoning Ability:                     

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

 

Inherent in each position is a general duty to maintain each respective work area in a safe and sanitary condition.  The employee may be required to perform other such duties within the scope of their employment as may be assigned.  Regular, predictable, full-time attendance is required as an essential function of this position.  Wages, hours, and working conditions are outlined in a Collective Bargaining Agreement between Jelly Belly Candy Company and Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers & Grainmillers International Union, AFL-CIO, Local #125.  Overtime as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement is mandatory.  An essential function of this job is a requirement to work all hours scheduled. 

Experiences that will support your success

Experiences That Will Support Your Success

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related experience or nine months structured on the job training. Education equivalency is acceptable. 
  • 6-12 months minimum stand-up forklift experience required

 

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.  The employee must seek assistance on all lifting of over 50 lbs.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

What We Offer

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).

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $31.77 per hour plus $1.00 per hour shift differential. 

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: Sacramento
Nearest Secondary Market: Fairfield