Quality Technician, 3Rd Shift Ferrara

Quality Technician, 3Rd Shift
Ferrara
Emilia Romagna, Ferrara

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.

Quality Technician, 3rd ShiftJob Location: ChicagoWant to make an impact? Looking to grow your career in Quality? Look into the growth at Ferrara! The Quality Technician position exists to review quality and food safety processes and procedures and ensure that the finished product is in compliance with company standards and government regulations. The essence of the role covers not only processes of sampling, swabbing, and product testing, but also development of documentation and techniques which guarantee satisfactory quality of products and services.

Ways you will make a differenceResponsible for daily paperwork (tracking, issuing deviations, filing, etc. )Assists with setting up and preparing for the Product Evaluation System Meeting (PES), Quality Assurance Review (QAR), reviewing and sampling of product from the facilityReviews film, cartons, and cases for accuracy from incoming material shipments and documents findings in ExcelCompletes verification/calibration of lab equipment such as thermometers, moisture analyzers, and package leak detectors. Collects environmental, validation, and allergen swabs as neededPrepares samples for shipping or courier pick-upUses good time management and decision-making skills to assist key personnel in resolving or minimizing out-of-specification conditions and foreign substance contamination of raw materials, in-process, and finished products through observation, identification, notification, documentation, isolation, audit, and dispositionConducts and coordinates data collection for Corporate projects, special projects, trials, or studies as required. Assists in development, implementation, and monitoring of ongoing food safety programsMaintains various Food Safety (Sanitation, Quality, Pest Control, HACCP) data, manuals, documents, and filesKeep yourself and others safe. Understand and follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper Lock Out/Tag OutProtect the food at all times. Follow all GMP, Food Safety practices and HACCP procedures. Properly complete all HACCP and quality check documentsAttend all required plant/team meetings and training sessionsKeep your work area clean and orderly at all timesSkills that will make you successfulHigh School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)Ability to follow instructionsAbility to read, write, and understand EnglishEffective communication, interpersonal, technical, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple prioritiesCollaborate and work in a team environmentExperiences that will support your success2 years of previous experience in a manufacturing setting or a related position in Quality (Experienced in a food manufacturing industry)Operational understanding of manufacturing processesFerrara'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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITYWe 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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