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Bellwood, IL 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? The Reliability Coordinator is responsible for supporting factory to enable and deliver asset Maintenance according to the Ferrara Strategy (using TPM as the multi-disciplined approach to maintain/improve fixed assets, and AMM to manage their life cycle) with a goal of sustainable and long term low cost of production and high reliability, and not the immediate correction of daily losses. The Reliability Coordinator is also responsible for partnering with the factory to establish a "Continuous Improvement and Zero Loss" culture in Maintenance, consistent with the principles of Lean and Reliability Centered Maintenance. The Reliability Coordinator must actively champion the RCM program and initiatives. The position provides support and coaching within the factory in loss elimination, risk management and life cycle asset management (LCAM). Assist in Master Plan & Skill development to transition to and sustain a proactive-planned maintenance program. Ways you will make a difference * Define, propose, and monitor the Maintenance and Reliability plans and objectives in accordance with plant goals, objectives, KPIs, Maintenance initiatives, etc. Validate results achieved in the program. * Monitor plant/equipment trends to ensure best possible operation and reduction of planned/unplanned downtime. * Propose and monitor key performance indicators in accordance with the Best Maintenance Practices. * Lead the factory to reduce technical stoppages in equipment or areas of common occurrence (priority given to areas of highest incidence or impact). * Ensure the systematic review of all line, processes, and utilities that are critical to the business and those where failure can have an unacceptable impact on safety, personnel safety, food safety, environment, or compliance with the law. * Encourage close team work between all functions (Maintenance, Operations, Quality Management, etc.) Develop capability in and be able to coach and guide the use on the floor of Maintenance Continuous Improvement Tools such as BDA, X-Matrix, AMM, SAM, Tags, etc, as well as Reliability Centered Maintenance and Root Cause Analysis tools and techniques. * Insure the implementation of all repairs/modifications resulting from Gap assessments, plant audits, and notifications and loss improvement activities * Master the use of AMM to manage the technical stores, scheduled Work Orders, labor hour allocation, equipment Bill of Material (BOM), system reporting and data analysis, including coaching of users and development of capability. * Ensure that the job planning, material and services planning process is appropriate, accurate and effective. * Ensure that the equipment history, damage code and root cause analysis are completed correctly and analyzed regularly for trends. * Update/Optimize Reliability Engineering tools and guidelines, to minimize unplanned and Planned Downtime, ensure a common approach, administration, and training. * Utilize external suppliers, experts, other factories and corporate team to ensure proper technical solutions are defined and implemented to eliminate root causes. * Facilitate the evolution/refinement of Maintenance activities to minimize planned and unplanned downtime (PM's, changeovers, etc.). * Support implementation and sustainability of TPM-PM Pillar in the factory. * Participate in analyzing the factory R&M budget, drive value-added and sustainable improvements with the assistance of the Maintenance Manager and Facilities Manager. Skills that will make you successful * Recognized skills in Engineering and Maintenance. * Knowledge, understanding, and passion for continuous improvement methodologies. * Knowledge and understanding of the cost drivers of Maintenance in manufacturing operations. * Good working knowledge of CMMS systems (Maximo preferred) with the ability to mine and analyze data for trends/reports. * Analytical and problem solving skills. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * The ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including managers, technicians, operators and subject matter experts. * Able to organize, coordinate, and direct users and teams. * Able to interpret blue prints and machine manuals. * Able to write maintenance related SOPs, PM schedules, Job plans, etc. * Good understanding of Preventive and Predictive maintenance tasks and their implementation. * Strong oral and written communications abilities. * Solid analytical and technical skills. * Excellent presentation skills. * Project Engineering/Management. Experiences that will support your success * Associate or Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Maintenance & Reliability, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or equivalent) preferred, or relevant certifications (i.e. SMRP, CMRP). * Minimum 5 years of experience in Engineering and/or Maintenance field with direct experience in leading and engaging technicians with equipment modifications and improvements. TPM and Maintenance Planning and/or Supervision a plus. * This position requires good communication skills not only to assure support of the multi-disciplined approach to maintain/improve fixed assets at all levels of Factory Management, but to also lead the transformation of the factory culture from reactive breakdown to proactive planned maintenance. * This position also requires working knowledge of TPM-PM, Downtime Recording Systems and CMMS, and broad experience in multiple Engineering and/or Maintenance positions. Willingness to embrace new technologies, analysis techniques, and lead improvements is also required. What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation $41.50 per hour. 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.

Forest Park, Il 4am-4pm Position requires 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? Responsible for putting candy removed from the Mogul into trays, cases etc. Ways you will make a difference * Adheres to all FPC established GMP's (e.g. work area must be maintained is a sanitary manner). * Checks production schedules and goes over candy which is being removed from the dry rooms and being removed through the mogul, with the Mogul Operator. * Conducts assigned work in a safe manner and adheres to FPC safety methods. * Conducts change overs. * Conducts quality checks on the type of the candy being removed as well as the following: * Whether the candy has the correct amount of sugar, oil etc on it as it is being put into trays, cases etc. * Makes sure that the correct finishing agent is used to coat the candy. e.g.: Acid mixes, types of oil, sugar. * Observes that there are no excess amounts of substandard candy being removed. If so then the Candy Catcher would report this to the Mogul Operator. * Communicates information to the Mogul Operator as well as his peers on the other shift / shifts as to the day's production as well as if there where any issues and how those issues where handled. * Conducts minor troubleshooting of the oiler, sander, Swecos etc. * Familiar with control functions of the oiler, sander, Swecos etc. * Operates the sander, oiler, Swecos, etc. * Records information pertaining to equipment downtime as well as tagging the trucks / pallets which they are ready to have moved into another area * Starts the oiler, sander, Swecos and observes and monitors for malfunctions of the machinery. * Monitors the scales and makes sure that the correct weights are put into the trays / cases in accordance with the standard operating procedures * Must work overtime when required. * Back-up to Candy Catcher in his/her absence: Candy Catcher or Temporary Personnel. Skills that will make you successful * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. * Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. * Ability to operate hand jack. * Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. * Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. * Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; ability to speak Spanish is a plus. * Adhere to all company policies and procedures. * Be at work as scheduled and in a timely manner. * Ability to work scheduled shift. * Ability to work overtime as needed. * Capable of understanding time tracking objectives with the ability to swipe into orders and perform other objectives of the system. * High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Possess basic arithmetic skills. * Promote teamwork, possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform task as needed. * Ensures compliance with AIB, SQF, and other relevant standards. Work Environment a Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals and heat. The noise level in the environment is loud. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 1 pounds. The vision requirements include: peripheral vision. Experiences that will support your success 1 year of manufacturing experience What We Offer * At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation $22.50 an hour 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

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments - and we're only getting started. At McCormick, we're always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees - all 14,000 of us across the world - are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire a Plant Manager immediately from our FONA Plant in Geneva, IL What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: • Competitive compensation • Career growth opportunities • Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices • We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products) • Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness • Tuition assistance Position Overview: Under the general direction of the Senior Operations Director, the Plant Manager is responsible for all operations within the assigned facility, leading the operational direction of manufacturing to assure Company delivers lowest possible cost, developing a culture of continuous improvement through process improvement and enhancing employee skills and capabilities. As a member of the ASC Extended Leadership Team, the Plant Manager participates with other Supply Chain Leaders in the overall planning, coordination and control of business initiatives and will be a critical leader of the Journey to Excellence (JTE); the integration of High Performance Work Systems (HPWS) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) into both the assigned facility and the broader Supply Chain Organization. The Plant Manager is accountable for the budget for all plant activities. He/she is also responsible for maintaining the physical site, equipment, materials and employee welfare. This is to be done in accordance with McCormick standards as well as State, Federal and local regulations. As senior site manager, he/she represents McCormick & Co Inc and as such is responsible to interface with the local community, customers, and auditors in a fashion consistent with company procedures, policies, guidelines and stated values. Principle Areas of Management and Operating Responsibilities: Prepares and submits annual expense and capital budgets. Development of short and long range (5 years) facility and equipment plans to meet projections and goals of the business. Understands and applies Lean / Sigma/ TPM skills and methodologies with the goal eliminating losses, building capability, and delivering results Assures that the site is operating in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) Directs the resolution of plant controllable complaints and SLOB. Assures that all plant activities are conducted in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and McCormick Company Policy & Procedures Operates within the approved budget for the plant. Oversees the development, submission and execution of plant related CAAP's. Identify, prioritize, plan, and direct the execution of operational related issues through Operations leaders (Operations Managers/Department Managers/Team Managers). Designs strategies, procedures, and people utilization for improving reliability of equipment, efficiency, productivity, and performance while reducing inventory and waste. Also maintains product quality and meets operating expenses. Create an empowered culture to ensure that organization and its people understand the goals and objectives of the business and that they have the resources and leadership support to accomplish them. Provide an environment which ensures and provides for open and healthy communications. Analyze manufacturing performance and initiate actions to correct deviations from schedules, cost, and other factors. Assure effective customer service and relations through timely delivery of quality product. Ensures strong relationships are developed and maintained with key customers and venders. Establish and maintain comprehensive continuous improvement processes that maximize productivity, reliability, quality and safety. Develop and maintain strong functional relationships with Procurement, Planning, Finance, Logistics, Sales and Marketing, etc. to ensure new products are manufactured on time and in specifications to meet customer demand. Selects and develops key leadership roles within the Plant to develop internal candidates for succession planning. Oversees that training programs are in place to develop skill levels of all employees in the organization. Assures compliance of all plant operations with organizational policies and procedures and national, regional and local regulations. Assures a safe working environment ensuring that all employees understand their role and commitment to the safe operation of the facility. Required Qualifications: BSc in relevant discipline A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing facility, with a minimum of 7 years leading in a TPM or Lean manufacturing environment Demonstrated ability building and sustaining relationships at all levels required, promoting a high-performance organization, demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to resolve issues with strong influencing, diplomacy, and partnering skills in order to grow business relationships and guide business partners to the best solutions. Experience working in a High-Performance Work Systems (HPWS) and/or Self-Directed Work Team environment Knowledge of SAP, manufacturing methods and related equipment. Experience in the food and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Experience working in a TPM environment. Experience with Food Safety and GMPs #LI-NP2 McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, specialty flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Sales Operations Specialist II in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD or our McFONA site in Geneva, IL. This role will report to a Sales Operations Manager. McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in specialty flavor. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 170 countries and territories, we manufacture, market and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and specialty flavor products to the entire food industry including e-commerce channels, grocery, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands with trademark registrations include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products) Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance Position Summary: This position will be a primary contact for the North American Flavor Sales Team to enable increased customer face time by leading internal & external sales activities with a specialization in the NA Flavor division's Customer Agreements. Additional responsibilities include improving processes to provide timely and accurate information to customers, business units, sales team & leadership. Based within the Sales Ops team, we are also the business owners for McCormick's CRM platform. Responsibilities: Sales Operations process owner for customer agreement across McCormick's North American Flavor Group including, but not limited to NDA's, MSA's, Code of Conduct, Sustainability. Implement, optimize, and lead processes which increase customer face time for the sales team across McCormick's North American Flavor Group Ensure effective and efficient use of salesforce.com across the North American Flavor Group including training, data accuracy & analytics for reporting and dashboarding Partner with cross functional team members at McCormick USA, McCormick Canada, Brand Aromatics & FONA on special projects to drive continuous improvement. Some travel may be required. Ownership of some Inside Sales customers to deliver a balance of customer intimacy & growth. Some travel may be required. Qualifications: Preferred BA in Business/Marketing/Technology or related discipline OR experience in the Flavor/Ingredient industry 3-6 years of B2B experience in a Sales support role Passion & understanding of the food industry and competitive landscape Strong analytical & organization skills to turn data into information Ability to manage multiple projects at a time & work with many cross functional teams Problem solving while working within established processes and timelines Experience working with functional partners such as Customers, Sales, Marketing, Sales Operations, and Supply chain Ability to present data to all levels of the organization Experience with MS-Office, excel and working with dashboards Experience working with Salesforce.com (or adjacent technology platforms) Autonomous management of tasks and proactive mindset Great communicator & listener #LI-CG1 McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

The Internal Audit ("IA") Senior Manager will report directly to the Americas IA Director and play a pivotal role in elevating the Internal Audit function as a trusted advisor within the organization. In this capacity, you will collaborate with stakeholders and the audit team to deliver meaningful improvements, all while upholding the highest standards of objectivity and integrity. As the primary point of contact and knowledge partner for Americas Service & Finance ("S&F") stakeholders, you will help advance the governance and risk agenda through risk-based/data-driven audits/initiatives. In this role, you will get the opportunity to drive operational excellence through effective project management and leadership skills. You will be responsible in leading regional and global engagements related to risk-based operational/financial audits, investigations, and consultative engagements across all Mars segments. You will also support the Director in helping to train, onboard, and motivate the IA Managers, and be a role model of the Mars' Five Principles and culture. What are we looking for? * Bachelor's or master's degree in finance/accounting or a similar field and preferably possession or working towards a CPA, CIA, or CFE certificate. * 8+ years in External or Internal Audit, "Big 4" or FMCG experience preferred. * Experience auditing consumer packaged goods or other manufacturing companies is highly desirable. * Experience in leading or supporting Fraud & Investigations. * Experience in leading a team by engaging, influencing, and driving results with a small team. * Experience working with a global audit function. * Exceptional executive verbal and written communication, including active listening skills and presenting complex findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership in a succinct fashion. This includes having exceptional report-writing ability, with the capacity to distil complex issues into clear, concise, and compelling insights for diverse audiences. * Able to create compelling executive presentations for internal and external stakeholders. * Able to independently stand alone to defend audit observations. * Effective planning/project management skills, resource management skills, and ability to maintain composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines. * Strong at building relationships with key stakeholders to be seen as a trusted advisor. * Demonstrates self-starter mindset and can manage through ambiguity for self and the team. * Professional Skepticism and a curious mind. * Highly motivated to lead, coach, mentor and train a team, and experience in influencing without authority. * Good command of written and spoken English is a must; additional language skills are preferred. * Ability to travel up to 15%. What will be your key responsibilities? * Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan aligned with organizational goals and risk assessments. * Manage and oversee multiple complex regional and/or global audit engagements simultaneously from planning through remediation. This includes ensuring timeliness and delivering high-quality audit results. This includes monitoring emerging risks and business changes to ensure the audit team addresses key emerging business risks through the development of risk-based work programs including the use of relevant data analytics and IT procedures. This includes influencing the team to think beyond and exercise risk-based auditing skills. * Review workpapers for accuracy, adequacy of testing, and alignment with Mars Internal Audit methodology requirements and IIA standards. This includes ensuring all audit observations noted in the Audit Report are adequately supported. * Conduct in-depth quality reviews of audit deliverables prior to submission to Director, and ensure the team delivers compelling audit reports that are clear, accurate, and impactful for senior leadership. This includes helping to translate complex issues into succinct, action-oriented messaging. * Drive consistency in audit reports through observation calibration across regional Sr. Managers and Managers. * Be a champion of the Mars Internal Audit Methodology and use of data analytics and digital tools. * Lead and/or support initiatives, investigations, quick-hit reviews to broaden the trusted advisor agenda. * Build strong partnership with stakeholders/business leaders, and adequately influence stakeholders with high level of professionalism and trust. * Collaborate and manage with peer Sr. Manager: resource planning, travel budget, and scheduling activities. This includes monitoring team operational workload and rebalancing/shifting priorities to ensure team success against department objectives/goals. This also includes effective project management and planning skills to ensure the team is successfully and proactively planning to meet audit milestones. * Foster a culture of developing Associates to achieve their maximum potential all while encouraging and role-modeling the Mars' Five Principles and culture. * Create and provide training to IA managers to enhance skills, and lead onboarding activities. #LI-KR2 #LI-Onsite The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range shown is applicable to all locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments - and we're only getting started. At McCormick, we're always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees - all 14,000 of us across the world - are what makes this company a great place to work. McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Scientist II, Healthcare/Confections. This new hire will work at our FONA Flavor Lab, located in Geneva, IL. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer: • Competitive compensation • Career growth opportunities • Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices • Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness • Tuition assistance The Scientist II will independently develop and evaluate flavor systems for application and evaluation of flavors with the use of proprietary technologies in support of customers and McCormick. Additionally, this role will be the interface with customers, R&D teams, and assist in responding to specific project requests. Assist and leverage the development of new flavors/ingredients and new methodologies and contribute to technically driven business development activities in the Healthcare Flavor applications area. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leading flavor applications and prototype development in healthcare & confectionary products and providing excellent flavor applications support for Industrial Customers. Facilitating complex projects including planning and leading cross functional project teams, defining, and assessing project requirements and designing and managing experiments. Building competency within the area of healthcare & confectionary Flavor Applications. Project Management: Plan and lead project teams, defining and assessing of project requirements, designing, and managing experiments. Investigate and assess new ingredients and technologies. Provide support as an internal expert on projects performed in other groups within McCormick, with outside consultants, and / or with vendors. Commercialization of products (understanding of processes and operations for product manufacture) and troubleshooting problems. Offer Technical Support for formulations to Operation and Quality functions. Interface and communicate project status with customers and commercial team. Supervise and instruct lower-level employees. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: BSc in Food Science/Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field 5-10 years' experience in the food and/or flavor industry including: At least 3 yrs. of healthcare or confectionary Flavor applications in a flavor house AND/OR At least 3 yrs. of healthcare or confections Product Development within a consumer products company. Strong experience with healthcare and/or confectionary Flavor Delivery Systems, Ingredients and Flavors Excellent communication skills. Ability to interpret data and solve complex problems with incomplete information. Ability to manage risk in making critical decisions. Project management and ability to interact, seek advice, teach, influence, and negotiate. Demonstrate the ability to influence across the organization. Ability to make presentations that cover technical topics, R&D capabilities, etc. An in-depth understanding of ingredients and technology along with their impact on product taste and functionality. Knowledge of food industry food ingredients, manufacturing processes, quality assurance programs and food regulations. Proficient in product development and commercialization across a wide variety of finished product application categories. Intellectual curiosity, flexibility, demonstrated aptitude for complexity and managing in a complex environment, an innovative imagination, and the ability to operate in "grey" space. #LI-CG1 McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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. As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. === Base Salary: $72,930 to $127,640 Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include: - Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits - Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support - Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Mars Snacking is building an internal entrepreneurship engine to develop, incubate and scale the next big innovations in Snacking. This role leads the Discover Team, an agile front-end innovation unit focused on identifying and addressing priority consumer pain points. This leader will drive external partnerships to bring fresh ideas and capabilities into the organization, and partner with internal entrepreneurship pods to co-create marketable propositions in current and new categories. The role reports to the Global VP of Portfolio Strategy & Innovation and will have direct visibility to the One Demand Leadership Team. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a cross-functional innovation team (Marketing, Research, Design, Science & Tech) to address key consumer pain points, fostering a startup mindset for agility and experimentation. Platform Leadership: Own global Consumer Platforms, ensuring innovation starts with meaningful consumer problems, using design thinking and rapid experimentation. Proposition Development: Transform consumer insights, snacking trends, and emerging technologies into high-potential business concepts, collaborating across internal and external teams to develop and iterate ideas. Collaboration & Engagement: Partner with Intrapreneurs to co-create and refine propositions, communicate insights to senior leaders, and build a strong internal network to deliver solutions and key learnings. External Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with external collaborators (labs, universities, startups, consultancies) to enhance capabilities and accelerate innovation. Signal Spotting: Use technology, customer-buyer-regional connections and AI to monitor emerging trends and behaviors, enabling early recognition and fast-follow concept development. Governance & Metrics: Track platform performance, align with enterprise strategy, and use KPIs to measure and improve innovation speed, efficiency, and value. The Discover team at Mars Snacking unites consumer-centric design, research, and Science & Tech to drive long-term innovation. Its dual mandate is to identify early signals of consumer and competitive trends to inform innovation priorities, and to address key consumer pain points through front-end innovation, developing high-potential propositions for our categories and brands. Reporting to the Global VP of Portfolio Strategy & Innovation, this role partners with Intrapreneurs and agile teams to develop and launch new propositions. It also builds an external ecosystem (labs, think tanks, universities, consultants) to bring agility, efficiency, and fresh insights, while supervising the Discovery team across Marketing, Research, Design, and technical roles. This role requires a consumer-obsessed individual with an intuition for weak but meaningful signals, a business leader who can translate pains, needs, and trends into platform-able product concepts, and an influencer capable of persuading other innovation leaders and entrepreneurs with their ideas. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Design or a related field Preferred qualifications: MBA or equivalent degree Knowledge / Experience Minimum of 10+ years of experience in CPG innovation (preferably in Packaged Foods), with a strong track record of creating and commercializing new products, services, or business models. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams through the front end of innovation, from identifying insights and trends to concept development and early-stage validation Experience working with or within entrepreneurial environments (e.g., startups, venture studios, incubators, or corporate innovation teams). Strong background in consumer research, human-centered design thinking and agile methodologies. Proven ability to build and manage external partnerships with startups, research institutions, and other innovation partners. Experience presenting to, inspiring and influencing senior executives and entrepreneurs What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range shown is applicable to all locations listed within the job posting:USD 192,560.00 - USD 264,770.00

Network Engineer Job Description This role is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, maintaining, and supporting network infrastructures, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets in order to support and protect the business operations and growth of Tootsie Roll Industries. This role will manage the network architecture and this person will need knowledge and experience in routing, switching, and security. This role requires deep expertise in networking technologies, protocols, and infrastructure, as well as strong problem-solving and analytical skills. The network engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to assess requirements, troubleshoot issues, and optimize network performance. This role plays a critical part in implementing and maintaining network security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs). The network engineer also ensures that networks are safeguarded against potential threats. They perform continuous monitoring of the network performance to ensure optimal functionality. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Provides direct support in the day-to-day operations on network hardware and operating systems; duties include evaluation of system utilization, monitoring response time, and primary support for detection and correction of operational problems. * Perform administration, configuration, maintenance, and support of all network equipment, including but not limited to firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless access points. * Participates in the design, technical review, and implementation for network infrastructure hardware and network operating systems for voice and data communication networks. * Analyze network traffic and predict growth to determine future needs. * Ensure the TRI network has the proper security in place and that the latest cybersecurity measures are in place. * Staying up to date on the latest technologies to determine the best options for TRI. * Design solutions with other teams to support new or updated applications and/or technologies. * Monitor cloud and datacenter traffic for network outages, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities. * Perform and document routine adds, moves, or changes to voice and data networks. * Analyze, resolve, and document network, hardware, software problems as well as incidents escalated from service desk tickets. * Other duties as assigned. Requirements and Skills: * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. * Proven experience in network architecture, design, implementation, and support. * In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, and routing protocols. * Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and encryption technologies. * Proven ability to configure and manage networking equipment, including routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and voice. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues. * Experience working on network-related projects, demonstrating leadership in system upgrades, migrations, and implementations. * Excellence in communication and teamwork is a must. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $115,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Application Question(s): * This job is fully onsite, we are located at 7401 s Cicero Ave Chicago, IL, can you commute here M-F? Work Location: In person

Shift Schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off; every other weekend; 6:00am - 6:30pm Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. Operators must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives. Functions include but are not limited to perform changeovers as needed, perform period deep cleanings, maintain supplies for your designated work area, properly fill out all paperwork and perform all cleaning/inspection/lubrication tasks (CIL'S). This is all to be performed while adhering to and encouraging the Five Principles of Mars. What are we looking for? QUALIFICATIONS * Education/Training * Minimum: Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent. * Preferred: Associates degree, or higher, in an engineering or manufacturing related discipline. * Related Experience/Requirements: Minimum: N/A Preferred: Two (2) or more years of experience in a food related manufacturing environment with automated processes, including PLC/HMI. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Minimum: Medium: math, communications, computer, and problem-solving skills. Preferred: Strong: math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills. Experience in a TPM environment. Physical Requirements: * Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs) * Frequent clean out of extruders, cooling tunnel and conveyor systems using scraping tools * Frequent lifting/carrying of materials * Frequent standing * Frequent use of moving of skids using a pallet jack or forklift * Frequent walking * Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling * Frequent stooping and bending What will be your key responsibilities? ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Primary function of the incumbent is to operate all equipment in the assigned work area while ensuring all quality, safety and performance standards are being met. The incumbent will be responsible for: * Communicate effectively with team leader and peers. * Be responsible for following proper escalation protocol. * Be responsible for filling out all HACCP and military sheets correctly * Encourage and support a safe working environment. * Ensure the manufacturing area is kept clean and organized at all times in accordance with 5S standards. * Perform cleanouts and changeovers according to standards (i.e. work instructions and checklist). * Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY, RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPACT * Incumbent will have the ability to stop the process after a non-conformance is noticed while following the proper escalation protocol. * Incumbent is also responsible for identifying and implementing improvement opportunities and making recommendations to their team lead. What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 20.29 - USD 27.90

Greater Chicago Area Want to make an impact? We're looking for current juniors interested in internships within our Manufacturing Plants! Manufacturing Interns will have the opportunity to experience multiple aspects of Manufacturing Operations, including Production, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Inventory Supply, and more! During the 10-week internship in the summer of 2026, interns will gain experience in a manufacturing environment and hone leadership skills through projects, mentorship, exposure to leadership, and a final presentation. There is a potential opportunity for full time offers following this internship. Ways you will make a difference * Lead by example - be a collaborative, team-player who builds a strong rapport with production employees * Aim to not only meet but exceed production goals * Focus on safety and always strive to leave things better than they were Skills that will make you successful * Agile thinker * Lean experience * Previous manufacturing experience is a plus * Strong presentation skills * Demonstrated leadership abilities through on-campus activities * Empathy and collaboration skills Experiences that will support your success Current junior or Spring/Summer 2027 grad majoring in Engineering with a focus in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering Compensation $28/hr What We Offer At Ferrara, our 10-12-week summer program provides meaningful, hands-on experience through real assignments and projects that make an impact. Interns receive competitive pay, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, including leadership sessions and a final presentation to senior leaders. Our manufacturing interns gain valuable, on-the-floor experience in a fast-paced environment, building technical and leadership skills while contributing to the teams that bring our iconic brands to life. Beyond work, you'll enjoy perks such as group outings and activities around the Chicagoland area. 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

Bellwood, IL 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? The Maintenance Mechanic conducts repairs to the physical plant and plant equipment, conducts preventative maintenance and project work and ensures continuous operation of mechanical and electrical systems on mobile and fixed manufacturing equipment. Ways you will make a difference * Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic components, conveyor systems, and production machines; follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshoot malfunctions. * Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems and using precision measuring and testing instruments * Install new machinery and/or equipment by installing utilities to and between machines and equipment using hand and power tools and test equipment * Repair electrical systems and equipment by diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures; determining faulty wiring; inspecting and testing malfunctioning machinery * Repair and replace faulty electrical components by using testing equipment and hand tools to install relays, switches, motors, printed circuit boards, and position-sensing devices * Troubleshoot and maintain equipment including but not limited to: High-speed horizontal and vertical carton machines Bag machines Moguls and related equipment such as pumps, conveyors, printers, tapers etc. Rebuild machinery as wear and tear occurs Perform routine preventative maintenance per established PM program Fabricate and repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment * Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles * Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards; ensure adherence with AIB, SQF and other relevant standards * Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business Skills that will make you successful * Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics * High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience * Basic mathematical skills * Ability to pass certification test on pallet jack and fork lift * Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds * Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions * Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals * Promote teamwork; possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed * Ability to problem solve by adjusting variables in standardized situations * Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up Experiences that will support your success * Minimum of 1 year experience in the maintenance and repair of related manufacturing and material handling equipment required; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred * Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities, as well as a working knowledge of machinery repair practices, shop practices, use of hand and power tools and electrical testing instruments What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation $38 per hour plus a .75 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.

Itasca, IL Want to make an impact? The Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS) is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of the plant workforce and environment by monitoring and evaluating health and safety conditions; assuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures and governmental standards; and maintenance of the EHS Programs for the site. The primary objective is to ensure a safe and incident-free work environment including methodologies, initiatives and strategies that promote safe operations, safety awareness, training and continuous improvement to eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments and hazards. Ways you will make a difference * In addition to overall input to site environmental, health and safety initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures, responsibilities include: * Deliver EHS programs to train employees in work site safety practices by promoting and leading to a site culture where Safety is engrained as a core value with all employees * Drives key effective, sustainable implementation of Corporate and Site EHS initiatives, strategies, programs and procedures, responsibilities via hands on leadership, coaching and teamwork * Facilitate, train and coach employees from onboarding to OSHA required annual training and other safety related topics to ensure compliance with government mandated training * Collaborates with employees to identify and implement solutions to safety issues identified in inspections and investigations to eliminate incidents and preventing recurrence * Effectively coaches and develops supervisors to be effective EHS leaders/coaches * Reviews incident and injury reporting and analyzes data to identify trends * Compliance with regulations and Company policies by routinely interacting with employees on the plant floor * Analyze EHS programs, conditions and behaviors and recommends changes to continuously improve site EHS performance * Provides key support with all site Environmental policies and procedures * Leads and ensures thorough investigation of all incidents, in coordination with site leadership * Fosters/develops a culture where everyone is actively engaged in performing their work in a safe manner and co-workers hold each other accountable to prevent at-risk behaviors * Oversee regulatory compliance audits/inspections and associated record keeping * In partnership with HR oversees worker's compensation claims by working with the insurance company, injured employee and clinics from the opening of the claim and until the claim closes * Collaborates with other key functions on initiatives including Engineering, HR, Quality, Operations, etc. to deliver on goals and plans.. * Thorough knowledge of basic industrial hygiene and occupational health hazards and regulations * High attention to detail is needed to maintain awareness of existing and proposed safety codes/regulations and company guidelines plus maintain and analyze appropriate data * Understanding of fire codes, standards, and regulations * Awareness of applicable environmental policies, standards, guidelines, regulations, and local requirements (spill containment, facility waste stream & disposal requirements, etc.) * First Aid, CPR, and AED skills and certification * Strong computer skills, Microsoft Outlook. Skills that will make you successful To assist with teamwork and ensure a safe work environment in this 24/7 facility environment, this position requires the Specialist to work occasionally off traditional business hours shift, 10% depending on facility needs. In general the hours will be flexible as much as possible to deliver a strong life/work balance. Those who are flexible and agile to a pre-determined schedule are encouraged to apply to this position offering growth opportunities. Experiences that will support your success * Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Sciences or related field, or a combination of education and experience related to the position * Demonstrated 1 year of experience working in a safety and environmentally conscious manufacturing environment preferred * Experience in successfully coordinating EHS sustainability activities in a manufacturing setting preferred * First Aid, CPR, and AED skills and certification * Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook * Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding OSHA, NFPA, DOT and EPA * Professional certifications in EHS related fields are considered beneficial What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation The salary range for this role is $68,625 to $96,075 annually. 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

This role is part of the MGS Commercial Indirects Regional Management Team for Americas and is accountable to develop category vision and strategic procurement of Supply categories, such as Logistics, Facility Services and Energy across all business segments at Mars including Mars Snacking, Petcare (incl. Royal Canin), Food & Nutrition, MGS and Corporate. The Senior Category Director will oversee strategic category management (partnering with global colleagues) building a talented and effective organization that will deliver competitive advantage to Mars Incorporated. They will develop cross-segment and cross-market partnerships with stakeholders; maximize value creation; improve service, quality, and protect the supply chain, ensuring continuous and responsible supply and leveraging external capability. The successful candidate will be seen as a potential successor for the VP Commercial Americas role. Key Responsibilities Demonstrate visible and inspiring leadership, create a sense of motivation, belonging and engagement for the associates. Create a results-oriented, high performing and energizing culture. Attract, retain, and develop associates and deliver succession plans that enable Commercial value delivery. Develop deep category expertise that will deliver and continuously improve organization efficiencies, maximize value creation and create competitive advantage opportunities. Accountable for business impact through leading development, business alignment and subsequent execution of sub multi-year category strategies reducing total cost of ownership by 6%+ annually and delivering cash benefits. Establish and maintain business partnership relationships with key regional stakeholders to ensure deep understanding of segment needs and strategies in order to generate maximum business value from commercial strategies as well as influence the improvement of internal practices including the challenge of demand and specifications. Leads development and enhancement of industry best practices across assigned categories including improvement of processes, systems, tools, specifications, forecasts. Accountable for development of knowledge management, insights and analytics: understanding of industry trends, total value chain, cost/ price drivers, suppliers and competitors to ensure generation of TCO and Value advantages to Mars. Builds commercial ownership for relationship development with strategic suppliers: keeps optimum number of suppliers, negotiate competitive terms and contracts, secure competitive advantage, and enables access to innovative and value creation solutions from suppliers capabilities ahead of competitors. Leads supplier performance and contract compliance - provides regular financial, service and quality forecasts and updates to appropriate functional executives. Accountable for compliance and enhancement of proper procedures, policies, systems and controls, manages approvals and governance. Accountable to mobilize the team to look for new opportunities to achieve Mars sustainability goals, develop required plans, align internally and execute with suppliers. Effective member of the Commercial Regional Leadership team, providing valuable contributions beyond Supply. Qualifications Master's Degree: Business, Economics, MBA is a plus 10+ years in Procurement in multi-national environment 5-10 years experience in Logistics procurement Very high level of business acumen / can-do mindset - must have strong analytical skills, understanding and anticipating consequences of macro-economic changes on the business environment Proven track record in successful procurement leadership in a complex environment Demonstrated ability to establish a vision for change and lead complex transformation programs Excellent knowledge of Logistics and Supply and demonstrated ability to develop and effectively implement category strategies leveraging or developing best practices Strong cultural agility and capacity to navigate efficiently through ambiguity, changes, multiple stakeholders and complex matrix organization Highly effective interpersonal skills - excellent negotiator, storytelling, strong communication and influencing skills to all organizational levels. Demonstrated ability to develop credible business relationships with senior executives internally and externally Proven ability to lead a high performing, multi-cultural team based in different locations and comfortable working within a complex matrix organization Results orientated - comfortable setting and delivering against bold, stretch targets What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment. The pay range shown is applicable to all locations listed within the job posting:USD 190,613.00 - USD 262,086.00

Itasca, IL Want to make an impact? The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising hourly employees and executing production and logistics plans. The Production Supervisor is responsible for overall operations of the assigned shift, including: warehouse, labor relations, production, site security, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. 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 * Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred * Minimum 2 years' experience * Previous manufacturing experience * Experience working with SAP * 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 Experiences that will support your success * 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 What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation The salary range for this role is $80,325 to $112,455 annually. 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

The Microsoft 365 Engineer will serve as the primary administrator and owner of our Microsoft 365 platform. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day operations, end-user support, service enhancements, and feature rollouts across a suite of M365 services used throughout the company. This includes but is not limited to: Exchange Online, Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Purview, and Intune. This role is critical to enabling productivity, ensuring data security and compliance, and supporting our continued growth through effective platform management. The Microsoft 365 Engineer operates in a team environment and will provide input on the feasibility of design solutions through the application of advanced skills obtained through several years of experience solving complex issues. They will recommend improvements and new solutions. Key Responsibilities Administration & Operations * Provision, configure, and manage user identities, groups, and licenses in Entra ID (Azure AD). Routinely audit the organization's user and application identities using Entra ID while adhering to Identity and Access Management best practices. * Manage and maintain the Microsoft 365 tenant, including user accounts, licenses, and security settings. This includes the proper backup of the M365 content including email and files. * Administer Exchange Online mailboxes, mail flow rules, hybrid connectivity, and retention policies. * Oversee Outlook on the web/mobile configuration, mailbox policies, and troubleshoot client connectivity. * Configure, secure, and maintain Microsoft Teams and meeting policies. * Manage SharePoint Online sites, site collections, permissions, hub sites, and policies for external sharing. * Implement and maintain data governance and compliance controls with Microsoft Purview (e.g., DLP, Information Protection, Insider Risk Management). * Develop best practices, governance frameworks, and lifecycle management plans for collaboration services. Security & Compliance * Enforce conditional access, multifactor authentication, and identity protection policies in Entra ID. * Ensure proper integration between on-premises Active Directory and Azure Active Directory for seamless user authentication and access management. * Configure retention labels, sensitivity labels, and compliance policies across Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint via Purview. * Conduct periodic audits, reviews of access, and remediation of security vulnerabilities. * Implement and enforce cloud security protocols to prevent unauthorized access and cyber threats. Monitoring & Troubleshooting * Utilize Microsoft 365 admin center, Defender portal, and PowerShell to monitor service health, usage, and security alerts. * Investigate and resolve complex issues related to mail routing, client connectivity, Teams meetings, and SharePoint access. * Develop and maintain operational runbooks, automation scripts (PowerShell, Graph API), and dashboards. * Respond to security alerts to eradicate threats within the environment. Collaboration & Support * Work with service desk and application teams to integrate third-party tools and enforce change management. * Provide end-user training, documentation, and proactive communications on feature updates and best practices. * Participate in on-call rotation and perform off-hours support and maintenance as required. Windows Server Management * Manage Windows Server environments to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. * Install, configure, and maintain server hardware and software components. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $110,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Paid time off * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Work Location: In person

Chicago Want to make an impact? Our Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) Internship is a twelve-week early career development internship that will ignite your career growth and position you in the talent pool from which future finance and business leaders emerge at Ferrara. The internship assignments consist of projects across our key focus areas including Commercial Finance, Supply Chain Finance, and Financial Planning & Analysis. This Internship will provide experiences that will expand knowledge base and demonstrate leadership ability. There is a potential opportunity for full time FLDP offers following this internship. Ways you will make a difference * Lead by example - be a collaborative, team-player who builds a strong rapport with cross functional partners * Problem solver - Analytical-minded, solves complex problems and aims for improvements * Aim to not only meet but exceed goals Experiences that will support your success * Spring 2027 undergrad majoring in: Finance or Accounting, Economics * Involvement on campus * Excellent presentation, communication, and analytical skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite * Agile Thinker * Interest in exploring a career in Finance leadership * Minimum 3.00 GPA What We Offer At Ferrara, our 10-12-week summer program provides meaningful, hands-on experience through real assignments and projects that make an impact. Interns receive competitive pay, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, including leadership sessions and a final presentation to senior leaders. Beyond work, you'll enjoy perks like complimentary access to our on-site gym, snacks, coffee, and - of course - plenty of candy, plus group outings and activities around the Chicagoland area. Compensation $25/hour 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

Forest Park, Il 4pm-4am Position requires 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? The HVAC Maintenance Mechanic conducts repairs to the physical plant and plant equipment, conducts preventative maintenance and project work and ensures continuous operation of mechanical and electrical systems on mobile and fixed manufacturing equipment. Ways you will make a difference * Operate automatically fired boilers to generate high pressure steam that supplies heat or power for industrial processes * Observe pressure/temperature gauges and panel view screens to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners * Observe boilers and auxiliary units, DA tank and water softener to detect malfunctions in the process * Maintain total steam and condensate system, piping, PRV's, strainers, traps, relief valve * Repair steam traps for correct function, tightening pipes and fittings, isolating and replacing valves * Test and treat boiler feed water, using specified chemicals; maintain a log of water test results * Perform PM's on boilers and auxiliary equipment * Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles * Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards; ensure adherence with AIB, SQF and other relevant standards * Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives Experiences that will support your success * Minimum of 1 year experience with chillers and a HVAC systems required * Must hold Chicago Stationary Engineer License Certification by Accredited School or institution. * Minimum of 1 year experience in the maintenance and repair of related manufacturing and material handling equipment required ; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred * Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities, as well as a working knowledge of machinery repair practices, shop practices, use of hand and power tools and electrical testing instruments * Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics * Basic welding skills to include MIG, TIG, SMAW, Brazing, and Soldering is a plus * High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience * Basic mathematical skills * Ability to pass certification test on pallet jack and fork lift * Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds * Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to understand detailed written and/or oral instructions * Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals * Promote teamwork; possess a good attitude, and exhibit flexibility and willingness to perform tasks as needed * Ability to problem solve by adjusting variables in standardized situations What We Offer * At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation $38.00 an hour with a $1.00 shift differential Free lunch 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

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Want to make an impact? The Senior Engineer, Acquired Sugar Portfolio is a pivotal technical role that drives the future of Ferrara's global sugar brands. You'll lead end-to-end process development work-translating breakthrough product ideas into scalable, efficient, and reliable manufacturing processes that bring new innovations to life across multiple international markets. In this role, you'll be hands-on in the pilot plant and on the factory floor, shaping how products move from concept to commercial reality. You'll take ownership of a diverse and meaningful project portfolio-spanning renovation and innovation initiatives, quality improvements, new technology exploration, network moves, and margin-enhancing process optimizations. Your work will directly influence how Ferrara scales breakthrough ideas, improves manufacturing performance, and ensures our products deliver the taste, texture, and quality consumers love You will report to the Director, R&D - Acquired Sugar Portfolio, and join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that values curiosity, experimentation, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity directly influences global expansion and the long-term success of Ferrara's sugar portfolio. This position is based at our headquarters at the Old Post Office and will require a minimum of 4 days in the office per week. Ways you will make a difference To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. * Leads process design and solution for various product development projects, within sugar confectionery, and ingredient applications across a diverse portfolio of sugar processing technologies. * Develops process solutions for new recipes to implement into existing manufacturing processes within global markets and has a demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and ways of working. * Supports the development of product design of experiments on all types of product platforms. * Collaborates within R&D experts, and across functions of Engineering and Manufacturing staff in project execution, technology transfer, and problem solving. * Observes, records, and evaluates experimental process data. * Prepares project reports with demonstrated skills in design of experiment, analysis and conclusions. * Creates process design solutions in preparation for any capital designs and requests. * Brings new ideas on process solutions across the product range for different regions. * Travels, both domestically and internationally (up to 25-40% of job) * Role requires on-site presence up to 5 days a week most weeks. * Ensures adherence to all company policies and procedures. * Understands and demonstrates the Company's core values. * Performs other duties as assigned. Skills that will make you successful The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. * Demonstrated ability to flex workstyle in different cultures, ways of working, and learning environments * Ability to apply scientific knowledge to confectionery technology (including mogul depositing technology). * Experience preparing process design documentation and solution for use in CAPEX requests * Ability to lead both product and process design trials and solutions * Comfortable operating laboratory, pilot plant, and plant equipment * Problem Solving * Critical Thinking * Drive for Results (Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully) * Deals with Ambiguity (Can effectively and comfortably cope with change and shifting of gears) * Attention to Detail * Works well with others and individually * Time management (Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently) Experiences that will support your success * BS, Master's, or Ph.D. in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field, required. * 5-10 years' experience in food industry or related field. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills (bilingual if possible: Spanish preferred) * Strong mathematical skills * Strong computer skills - including Microsoft Office (Word), Spreadsheets, and SAP What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation The salary range for this role is $81,225 - $113,500 annually. 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

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives. Want to make an impact? The Principal IT Product Manager, SAP Platform plays a strategic role in designing and governing SAP platforms and solutions across a large-scale, complex enterprise environment. This role ensures Ferrara's Platforms across RISE S4HANA Private Cloud Edition, IBP & Ariba Public Cloud Platforms and SAP Middleware Technologies CPI, CI-DS, RTI and CIG are secure, scalable, standardized, upgraded periodically as a part of release management and aligned with strategic business and technology roadmaps. The Principal IT Product Manager, SAP Platform, will work directly with Business leaders, IT Leaders and external Service Providers leading enterprise-wide SAP, non-SAP Saas technology platforms facilitating the delivery of scalable, easy-to-sustain standardized solutions. A keen understanding of the goals and objectives of cross-functional SAP Enterprise Applications is required. Ways you will make a difference Product Management Strategy & Delivery * Design and maintain enterprise-level architecture (spread across S4HANA, Ariba, IBP, BTP, Integration with ancillary SaaS Applications) * Act as a trusted advisor to business teams and BRMs articulating SAP BTP and RISE's value proposition and differentiation * Help design and deliver compelling demonstrations, proofs-of-concept, and architectural guidance aligned to business needs * Continuously develop deep expertise in SAP BTP, industry trends, and emerging technologies (AI, ML, data-driven applications) * Drive adoption and consumption of BTP solutions, ensuring business value realization. * Develop team goals, foster professional growth, and manage roles and accountability across the department. * Allocate resources to support new and advanced capabilities. * Lead root cause analyses for new and sustaining products. * Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and capital equipment planning. * Maintain a strong focus on safety across all functional areas. Security, Compliance & Risk Management * Embed enterprise-grade security and compliance controls into all cloud applications. * Ensure solutions adhere to corporate policies, regulatory standards, and industry frameworks * Collaborate with Security & Infrastructure team to enable best-in-class release management, Technology Upgrades and Identity Access Platforms across corporate functions and manufacturing sites across the globe * Lead risk assessments for new cloud solutions and vendors to ensure operational continuity through robust disaster recovery and resilience patterns. Technology Advisory Leadership * Lead architectural efforts for large-scale transformation programs partnering with Enterprise Architect * Work across multiple business lines, IT domains, and project teams to guide architecture decisions and resolve technical challenges. * Experience in BTP Platform, enterprise integration platform, integration with ancillary systems * Managing budget for planned technical release and coordinate with leadership on functional releases * Review solution designs and implementation approaches to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture principles. Automation, Standardization & Optimization * Define and support the development of enterprise platforms, standardization across global manufacturing sites, automate processes and drive Continuous Improvement/Continuous Deployment Model across the organization * Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (OTC, M&L, Supply Chain, PTP etc) and partner ecosystem to ensure consistent engagement and alignment. * Create scalable architectures for mission-critical SAP applications, processes, data platforms, and integration layers that span across multiple platforms and end-to-end business process * Manage internal and external SAP Basis Teams * Oversee the design of highly available, geo-distributed architectures optimized for performance and resilience. * Enable best-in-class platform and products across cross-functional business requirements * Develop technology roadmap aligned with business recommendations, solution concepts and business cases for new investments. * Develop governance models, security guardrails, and architectural policies to ensure consistent delivery of projects. Product Management - Delivery * Provide technical and leadership guidance to the cross-functional team delivering standard SAP Products and value-driven custom enhancements * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, standardize, and optimize business processes. * Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring alignment with production priorities and business objectives. * Drive initiatives to improve quality, reduce costs, and implement advanced technologies such as automation and mechanization. * Oversee timely release of engineering documentation and technical processes. * API Management & Integration: Guide business and cross-functional teams on securely connecting and orchestrating applications, data, and processes across hybrid landscapes. * Business AI: Inspire adoption of responsible, enterprise-grade AI capabilities to deliver measurable business outcomes. * Partner with operations leadership to meet design, build, and test milestones for complex programs. * Ensure robust engineering fundamentals and processes are applied consistently to maintain product integrity and process capability. * Process Improvement: Continuous enhancement of operations to improve productivity and efficiency. * Drive practical cost optimization with proven deployment models, established budgeting models Stakeholder Alignment & Cross-Functional Collaboration * Engage with senior leaders, enterprise architects, and business SMEs to translate enterprise needs into scalable solutions and architectures. * Present architecture recommendations, trade-offs, and risk assessments to executive, functional and technical audiences. * Collaborate with Business Stakeholders, Business Relationship Manager, vendor partners, system integrators, SaaS providers, internal teams, and third-party integrators to ensure alignment with enterprise standards. Skills that will make you successful * Strategic thinker who can simplify complexity and drive clarity in large organizations. * Strong communicator capable of influencing decision-making across business units and technical teams. * Highly collaborative, with the ability to lead discussions with architects, engineers, and executives. * Proactive, structured, and detail-oriented with a focus on delivering enterprise value. Experiences that will support your success * Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred * 10+ years of IT experience, with at least 3-5 years in a Director/Lead role in SAP Platform Management * Experience with S4 HANA is a plus What We Offer At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at ******************************************* Compensation The salary range for this role is $141,216 - $197,700 annually. 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