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3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Ferrara Candy Company and Careers
Itasca, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026

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-.

3rd Shift Production Supervisor

Work Location: Itasca
Itasca, IL

Want to make an impact?
The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising hourly employees and executing production and logistics plans. The Production Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the assigned shift, including: warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Ways you will make a difference


  • Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions
Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
  • Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
  • Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, baking, packaging, shipping, etc)
  • Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation
  • Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality
  • Resolve problems and mitigate operational issues that result in negative performance
  • Support Lean Training as directed by Operations Manager
  • Owns regulatory compliance and food safety process, including: proper sanitary condition, allergen control, pest control, food safety policy, employee safety policies and procedures, and maintaining MCRS sustainability standards
  • Participate in daily food review
  • Support and execute relevant projects as needed
Skills that will make you successful
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
  • Minimum 2 years' experience
  • Previous manufacturing experience
  • Experience working with SAP
  • Understanding of GMP principles
  • Process, packing, and mechanical experience strongly preferred
  • Experience managing people, with ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization

Experiences that will support your success
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective time management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency
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
The salary range for this role is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.

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.



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