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Ferrara Candy Company

Sanitor 2nd Shift

Forest Park, IL · On-site

$23.50/hr

... candy products. Your work directly contributes to food safety, operational excellence, and ... machines, dust collector lines, etc. * Responsible for proper operation of the equipment after ...

Ferrara Candy Company

Controls Engineer

Fairfield, CA

$95K - $105K/yr

... candy production. You'll design, maintain, and optimize control systems that keep our equipment ... Designs, develops and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery.

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Do workers at Ferrara Candy get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
43% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2025.

Does Ferrara Candy pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
43% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is the health insurance from Ferrara Candy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at Ferrara Candy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
88% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do Ferrara Candy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Ferrara Candy?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
85% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do Ferrara Candy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do jobs at Ferrara Candy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Ferrara Candy?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is working at Ferrara Candy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
100% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
92% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Ferrara Candy?

Some people feel stressed here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
70% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

Do people at Ferrara Candy recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
50% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Ferrara Candy?

Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Ferrara Candy?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do people think Ferrara Candy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Ferrara Candy is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
36% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and January 2026.

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Supervisor, Production 3rd Shift

Ferrara Candy Company

Chicago, IL

$81K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Ferrara Candy rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

109th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Work Location: Chicago

Due to the highly interactive nature of this manufacturing position, in-person attendance and flexibility are essential for supporting production schedules, effective communication and collaboration, real-time problem solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. 

Core Hours: 10pm-6:15am

Want to make an impact?

The Production Supervisor, reporting to the Operations Manager, will supervise shift operations in a fast-paced candy manufacturing environment, driving safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement. You will make a direct impact on operational performance by developing high-performing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing production and warehouse activities, and delivering the products customers love-safely, efficiently, and consistently.

Ways you will make a difference
  • Supervise the execution of production and logistics plans through operators and other hourly labor in production and warehouse functions
  • Participate in the development and implementation of plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility
  • Operate production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, GMPs, and HACCP/SQF program guidelines
  • Direct and guide operators and their activities in execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, baking, packaging, shipping, etc)
  • Responsible for shift change management and communication as well as daily production standards and labor reconciliation
  • Develop employees to ensure compliance and achieve quality
  • 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
Skills that will make you successful
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective time management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Independent, self-sufficient with a strong sense of urgency
Experiences that will support your success
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred
  • Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience
  • Previous manufacturing experience, preferably food
    Experience working with SAP and Redzone
  • 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
What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include 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-Benefits-Resource-Center

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $81,225 - $113,715  annually.

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