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Ferrara

General Labor-Packaging-3rd Shift

Itasca, IL · On-site

$22.50/hr

Support the following machines and product lines: Bulk, FLP, Do-Boy, Treatsize, and Bagger 5, based ... Count candy packages to assure proper quantity in each display * Computer-data entry and report ...

Ferrara

Maintenance Mechanic-3rd Shift

Itasca, IL · On-site

$38/hr

Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives. Experiences ... machinery repair practices, shop practices, use of hand and power tools and electrical testing ...

Ferrara

Maintenance Mechanic-2nd Shift

Itasca, IL · On-site

$38/hr

Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives. Experiences ... machinery repair practices, shop practices, use of hand and power tools and electrical testing ...

Ferrara

Sanitation Technician 2nd Shift

Dekalb, IL · On-site

$23.50/hr

Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles * Adhere to all company policies and procedures * Perform other duties as assigned support to Ferrara Candy Company ...

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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 out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out 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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General Labor-Packaging-3rd Shift

Ferrara

Itasca, IL • On-site

$22.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Ferrara Candy rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

109th of 435 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Work Location: Itasca
Position requires the ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.
Want to make an impact?
This is a 3rd shift position in the Warehouse: core hours and days are Mon-Fri 11:00PM-7:00AM, Saturdays/OT as needed.
The ability to lift 50lbs is REQUIRED.
Employee may fill packaged bags and or boxes into display sand shippers at the established standards for personnel safety, food safety, and performance
Ways you will make a difference
  • Operate automatic form and fill packaging machine to pack quality bag and unit boxes
  • Support the following machines and product lines: Bulk, FLP, Do-Boy, Treatsize, and Bagger 5, based on business need.
  • Perform necessary quality checks
  • Minimize scrap rate at all times
  • Monitor quality of packaged goods for proper code dates, seam seals, registration, graphic clarity, hole punches, product mix weights, product placement in packaging units, product orientation, and dust levels to assure each meets product quality
  • Count candy packages to assure proper quantity in each display
  • Computer-data entry and report requests
  • Track, report, and record down time
  • Life and move filled shippers to a finished product conveyor
  • Maintain clean work area utilizing daily GMP checklist
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds and manually lift ingredients or finished products

Skills that will make you successful
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, and the noise level in the environment is loud
  • Manufacturing experience is preferred
  • Food manufacturing experience is a plus
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to occasionally, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is required to lift up to 50 pounds with no assistance.

Experiences that will support your success
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, and keep up with the line speeds in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to read and write English
  • High school Diploma or GED
  • Ensures compliance with SQF, and other relevant standards
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures
  • Dependable and flexible when work is required in other facets of production
  • Promotes teamwork, possesses a good attitude, and exhibits flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed
  • Ability to work scheduled shift and overtime as needed

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
$22.50 per hour plus a .58 cent per hour shift differential.
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.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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