Job description

Ferrara, a company related to The Ferrero Group, is an emerging powerhouse in the North American confections and sweet snacking categories. A passionate team of more than 6,000 employees works together to share delight in every bite through leading brands that have shaped the industry for more than 100 years.
Maintenance Supervisor, Food Manufacturing, 3rd Shift (31st Street)
Job Location: Chicago
2945 W. 31st Street, Chicago, IL, 60623
Want to make an impact?
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for maintaining organization of the Maintenance Department through effective supervision of personnel. The Maintenance Supervisor provides leadership, direction, and education to the crafts, programs, and policies and procedures. The position is responsible for enforcing company, plant, and department policies, enforcing safety and sanitation hygiene rules, providing education and cross-training resources, supervising administration for departmental personnel, and other managerial tasks as needed.
Ways you will make a difference

• Provide exceptional leadership to assigned personnel
• Empower employees to make decisions, expand their knowledge, and grow in their careers with Ferrara
• Uphold all safety and sanitation procedures of the plant
• Educate employees on craft-specifics, providing training as needed
• Manage all administrative details for personnel, including time off requests, paperwork, training, supplies, and more

Skills that will make you successful

• 3-5 years of Maintenance Management experience in a Food Manufacturing setting, required
• HS Diploma or GED and a 2 year Associate’s Degree in Technical field required
• Experience leading a team of employees with varying levels of experience
• Understanding of plant/manufacturing maintenance
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards and procedures

Experiences that will support your success

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with maintenance management systems and computer software (such as Microsoft Access) a plus
• Maximo experience a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Eagerness to both learn new processes and to help educate others
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends and overtime, if needed for departmental coverage

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Our diverse portfolio of nearly 35 brands includes SweeTARTS®, Trolli®, BRACH'S®, Black Forest® and NERDS®, along with iconic favorites like Lemonhead®, Red Hots® and Now and Later®. Ferrara also manages the Keebler® and Famous Amos® businesses for The Ferrero Group. Headquartered in Chicago, Ferrara has an operational network of 20 locations in North America that includes manufacturing, distribution and R&D facilities. Learn more at www.ferrarausa.com.
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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 3-5 years of Maintenance Management experience in a Food Manufacturing setting with a understanding of plant maintenance and safety standards?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

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