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We have a current opening for a Production Supervisor - Industrial Graduate and are actively reviewing applications.

As the Production Supervisor (RTO), you will be working in the Sanitation/Preparation area ensuring the integrity and highest level of quality for all Ferrero products produced in the Franklin Park, IL plant.  The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the daily activities associated with the optimization of the production of finished goods.  
                                              

•    Responsible for daily activities associated with the optimization of the production factors (material, method, labor force and machinery), providing all necessary information to Line Manager and UGP (Business Unit) Manager with the usage / handling modalities of the shift
•    Responsible within the shift for all production phases within his/her area of competence (Preparation, Packaging, etc.) 
•    Responsible for inventory within the area of responsibility 
•    Responsible for the presence of packaging/raw & semi-finished materials expected for the successive shifts through the coordination of the person in charge of packaging
•    Lead and coordinate all resources on the lines 
•    Consult with the UGP (Business Unit) Manager regarding resource allocation (medium term) and the development of skills 
•    Apply defined criteria to resource management on the lines (changes, break substitutions) 
•    Follow escalation process, including managing personal conflicts between line resources; lead disciplinary meetings and recommend disciplinary measures to UGP and HR
•    Responsible for selecting line personnel and defining the related criteria; is responsible for the planning of his direct co-workers (excluding qualified personnel) 
•    Provide feedback to HR for hiring selection of line resources and provide evaluations for new hires 
•    Supports the UGP Manager in the medium-long term line resource planning 
•    Responsible for applying all necessary measures to avoid incidents in the workplace 
•    Responsible for providing measures concerning the reduction of the absences of the line employees 
•    Provide consultation to the UGP Manager/ RDL (Line Manager) and HR for the guideline and definition of the skills development necessary for the line resources, responsible for the execution/ application of the guidelines
•    Identifies and proposes continuous improvement initiatives and improvement areas 
•    Strive for continuous improvement by increasing productivity and reducing waste

-    Graduated (BS/MS) within 1 year of graduation; GPA 3.0 or greater on 4.0 scale.
-    Preference to those with degrees in: manufacturing, operations management, or food science.
-    Candidate must be open to relocation.
-    Ambition to work in a fast paced, manufacturing environment.
-    Highly proficient with use of Microsoft Office.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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The base compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic. 

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.