Ferrero SpA
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.
Sr. Manager, Operations Work Location: Bellwood Want to make an impact? The Senior Production Supervisor is responsible for executing production and logistics plans. The Senior Production Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the assigned shift, including: warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Senior Supervisor is also responsible for facilitating projects across the plant as needed.
Ways you will make a difference
Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor functions
Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
Serve as end to end support for the processing, packaging, warehouse and maintenance functions in the Operations department
Oversee production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
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
Provides plantwide technical expertise, support and facilitation of products and systems
Works with the Continuous Improvement Manager to create procedures, review LEAN activities, develop data systems and data reporting
Ensure adherence to all standard work processes, including LEAN processes. Audits LEAN and Operational Processes
Develop training of LEAN tools and skills. Attends Kaizen sessions within the plant to provide guidance
Improve overall skill levels of Operators and Supervisors through training, leadership, facilitation, troubleshooting and knowledge transfer
Responsible for managing budget of long‑term process improvement projects and innovation with supervision of the Operations Manager
Act as Operations Manager in their absence or as needed
Skills that will make you successful
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities
Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
Independent, self‑sufficient with a strong sense of urgency
Strong problem solving, negotiating, and decision making skills
Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
Critical thinking
Experiences that will support your success
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
Minimum 3 years experience>}
Previous manufacturing experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
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 across work functions internal and external>}
Food experience a plus
TPM experience a plus
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 position is $112,425 to $167,000 annually.
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.
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Sr. Manager, Operations Work Location: Bellwood Want to make an impact? The Senior Production Supervisor is responsible for executing production and logistics plans. The Senior Production Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the assigned shift, including: warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Senior Supervisor is also responsible for facilitating projects across the plant as needed.
Ways you will make a difference
Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor functions
Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
Serve as end to end support for the processing, packaging, warehouse and maintenance functions in the Operations department
Oversee production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
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
Provides plantwide technical expertise, support and facilitation of products and systems
Works with the Continuous Improvement Manager to create procedures, review LEAN activities, develop data systems and data reporting
Ensure adherence to all standard work processes, including LEAN processes. Audits LEAN and Operational Processes
Develop training of LEAN tools and skills. Attends Kaizen sessions within the plant to provide guidance
Improve overall skill levels of Operators and Supervisors through training, leadership, facilitation, troubleshooting and knowledge transfer
Responsible for managing budget of long‑term process improvement projects and innovation with supervision of the Operations Manager
Act as Operations Manager in their absence or as needed
Skills that will make you successful
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities
Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
Independent, self‑sufficient with a strong sense of urgency
Strong problem solving, negotiating, and decision making skills
Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
Critical thinking
Experiences that will support your success
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred
Minimum 3 years experience>}
Previous manufacturing experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
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 across work functions internal and external>}
Food experience a plus
TPM experience a plus
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 position is $112,425 to $167,000 annually.
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.
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