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Perfetti Van Melle

Sr. Production Manager

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle - one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of ... The Production Manager will plan resources, communicate objectives, and lead the execution of the ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Production Manager

Erlanger, KY · On-site

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle - one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of ... WHAT YOU WILL DO The Production Manager directs and coordinates all production activities, with ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Sr. Production Manager

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle - one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of ... The Production Manager will plan resources, communicate objectives, and lead the execution of the ...

Perfetti Van Melle

NY · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

Support the development and improvement of Perfetti Van Melle QMS policies * Ensure compliance with international and local food regulations as well as customers requirements * Lead internal and ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Sr. Production Manager

Loves Park, IL · On-site

$140 - $170/hr

Sr. Production Manager Date: Aug 29, 2026 Location: Loves Park, IL, US, 61111 WHAT YOU WILL DO The ... WHAT WE OFFER At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a welcoming workplace, where all ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Senior Brand Manager

Erlanger, KY · On-site

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one ... The Senior Brand Manager will also have a strong influence in commercializing new products to ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Senior Brand Manager

Erlanger, KY · On-site

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one ... The Senior Brand Manager will also have a strong influence in commercializing new products to ...

Perfetti Van Melle

Customer Solutions Lead

Erlanger, KY · On-site

OVERVIEW Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos and Airheads!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in ...

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Do workers at Perfetti Van Melle get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Does Perfetti Van Melle pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Perfetti Van Melle 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 May 2026.

Do workers at Perfetti Van Melle worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
80% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Perfetti Van Melle workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
60% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Perfetti Van Melle workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
60% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Perfetti Van Melle?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
100% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do Perfetti Van Melle managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
80% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do jobs at Perfetti Van Melle spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
20% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Perfetti Van Melle?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
91% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at Perfetti Van Melle good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
80% 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 September 2025.

Do people at Perfetti Van Melle feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
38% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Perfetti Van Melle 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 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Perfetti Van Melle?

Some people feel stressed here.
42% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Perfetti Van Melle enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
75% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

Do people at Perfetti Van Melle recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
42% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Perfetti Van Melle?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
55% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Perfetti Van Melle?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people think Perfetti Van Melle’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
67% 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 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Perfetti Van Melle is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
40% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

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Production Operator 12-Hour Day Shift

Perfetti Van Melle

Erlanger, KY • On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Perfetti Van Melle rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

126th of 444 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

OVERVIEW
Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We're currently seeking passionate and enthusiastic Production Operators to join our growing team.
Starting Pay:$ 20.00
Hours: 6:00am-6:30pm
12 Hour Continental - Rotating schedule for entire year - Work Half the Year!
Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat
Week 1 OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON ON
Week 2 ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF
WHAT YOU WILL DO
As a key member of our manufacturing team, the Production Operator performs all functions associated with the start-up, shutdown, lockout, sanitation, and operation of the packaging process equipment. Troubleshoots equipment and makes necessary adjustments to ensure the efficient flow of product. Ensures product quality within controlled parameters to minimize waste.
  • Efficiently and safely operate and monitor all packaging equipment to maintain product flow from discharge of the extruder to palletize.
  • Responsible for package integrity and quality checks, including metal, seals, code date, and product weight and case counts/weights.
  • Monitor and maintain correct product/case weights.
  • Handle scrap and waste from machine, as necessary.
  • Troubleshoot equipment to ensure continuous operation.
  • Perform data entry into the computer.
  • Work in a safe and responsible manner, exercising caution to avoid accidents, prevent injury to people or damage to the equipment.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly work area. Ensure area is clean and organized as part of the shift hand-off and weekly shutdown/sanitation process. Operate floor scrubber and other cleaning devices as required.
  • Adhere to all safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) policies and promote safe work practices.
  • Responsible for notifying maintenance or supervisor when line or piece of line is down and needs attention.
  • Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
  • Previous manufacturing/warehouse/distribution experience is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to work overtime hours, above your normal schedule, to meet customer's demands.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem analysis skills.
  • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)- Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Uniform, Hairnet, Beard net, and Mask when required.
  • Occasional exposed to dusty conditions due to the handling of bulk products. The employee must be able to wear and use breathing protection devices as required while working in these conditions.
  • Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to occasionally sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
  • Ability to talk, hear, and smell.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally push/pull 350-pound carts with wheels.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
  • Employee must be flexible in learning and working in other job functions to ensure a competent, trained workforce.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel between facilities preferred.

WHAT WE OFFER
At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:
  • PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay it forward time off
  • 13 paid holidays
  • 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
  • Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Annual well-being subsidy
  • 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
  • Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement
  • Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
  • Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)

2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 AND 2025 NKY Magazine Best Workplace in Northern Kentucky
Join the Sweet Life by applying today!
Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/non-discrimination employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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