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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.

Material Handler/Forklift Driver, 1st 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?

The Material Handler/Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting products, packaging and raw materials to and from production lines, packaging areas, and trailers. Organizes packaging and return areas, loads or unloads trailers.

Work hours: 6 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. with overtime potential (2nd Shift)

Ways you will make a difference

Completes Forklift Operator’s daily checklist form

Replenishes fluids and generates maintenance work request forms for repairs needed

Consistently maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

Picks and stages packaging and supplies at work sites

Receives materials from production by verifying and identifying information and quantity of materials, placing materials in inventory

Load and unload trailers

Verifies case/pallet counts and patters

Reports any discrepancies to the floor and/or the department supervisor

Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to safety methods.

Adheres to all Good Manufacturing Practices

Assist in inventory reconciliation process

Maintains inventory control system by tracking, moving, and shipping the product using “SAP system” and/or Excel spreadsheet.

Performs all other related duties as assigned by Supervisor

Adheres to all company policies and procedures.

Experiences that will support your success

Proven and stable work history with ability to safely operate a sit down forklift

Solid ability to speak, write and read English.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Ability to work safely and independently with minimum supervision

Able to lift up to 60 pounds

Skills in operating a stretch wrapper.

Driven to promote teamwork, possess a positive working attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks daily

Proven and stable work history with ability to safely operate a sit down forklift

Solid ability to speak, write and read English.

Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Ability to work safely and independently with minimum supervision

Able to lift up to 60 pounds

Skills in operating a stretch wrapper.

Driven to promote teamwork, possess a positive working attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks daily

Skills in working with tablets or Ipads

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

$25 hour

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