What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Labor Packing COS Nights position at Ferrara Candy Company, Inc.?
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.
General Labor Packing COS Nights
Assists anytime the line is in a scrap mode
Assists in other facets of production as needed
Works at different workstations as production needs require
Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to FCC safety methods
Ensures a quality product through regular visual checks
Responsible for escalating machine issues to Lead Operator
Inspects materials, products, and containers at each step of packaging process
Responsible for proper packaging of all finished goods
Responsible for verifying and executing pallet patterns where applicable
Ability to read and write English
Must be able to lift up to 60lbs with no assitance
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Ability to work scheduled shift and overtime as needed, including weekends
Dependable and flexible when work is required in other facets of production.
Promotes teamwork, possesses a good attitude, and exhibits flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
Ensures compliance with SQF, and other relevant standards.
Ability to read and write English
Must be able to lift up to 60lbs with no assitance
Adheres to all company policies and procedures
Ability to work scheduled shift and overtime as needed, including weekends
Dependable and flexible when work is required in other facets of production.
Promotes teamwork, possesses a good attitude, and exhibits flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
Ensures compliance with SQF, and other relevant standards.
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
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