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  • Senior Manager, Consumer Insights Global Brands

    Well Enterprises 4.3company rating

    Well Enterprises job in Chicago, IL

    Are you ready to join a growing Insights team while working on some iconic ice cream brands? Are you a naturally curious individual who enjoys knowing the ‘why' behind the ‘what'? Are you seeking an opportunity that will expand your skill set beyond traditional market research approaches? Apply today to our Senior Consumer Insights Manager of Global Brands role! This role will conduct relevant consumer research in the U.S. that guides and supports innovation, brand strategy, and corporate initiatives. The Senior Manager of Consumer Insights Global Brands, supporting brands such as Nutella and Kinder Ice cream, will play a pivotal role in driving the business forward by transforming data into actionable insights. Responsibilities Include: Insights Leadership Serve as the unbiased consumer voice by providing thought collaboration with brand management through consumer and marketplace insights. Work with local and global business partners to understand and explain business drivers, competitive challenges and forward-looking opportunities for growth, short term and long term. Go beyond the data, build a “what, so-what, now-what” narrative that will drive action and impact business growth. Build consumer empathy and understanding across the business team by effectively communicating existing climate and identifying actionable learning needs. Understand consumers deeply, and uncover and translate data, to meaningful and compelling insights. Drive Brand Insights Ensure consumers are at the heart of everything we do. Infuse "consumer obsession" and champion the external view across our businesses. Drive "consumer obsession" in the day to day. Communicate consumer and marketplace insights for brand using diverse and multiple sources (syndicated and custom research) Embed learning to increase the impact of insights into action by making them meaningful to the business strategy. Build the consumer story by connecting the dots across various pieces of research, primary and secondary, as well as behavioral data. Envisions impact of insights on the business, with an end-to-end thinking mindset. Focus on establishing business partners' decisions and aligning the research agenda to them, then tailor communications of research findings to support upcoming decisions. Data Analysis and Interpretation Transform complex data sets into clear, actionable insights that drive business decisions. Present research findings and recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Strategic Partnership Collaborate with marketing, sales, product development, and other departments to integrate insights into business strategies. Work closely with external research vendors and agencies to ensure high-quality research outcomes. Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver insights that support their objectives. Innovation and Continuous Improvement Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging research methodologies, and best practices in consumer insights. Continuously seek opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the insights function. Drive innovation in research approaches and data utilization to keep the company at the forefront of industry insights. Project Management Oversee multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Prioritize projects based on business needs and strategic importance. Ensure all research activities comply with ethical standards and data privacy regulations. Manage projects within approved budget. Ensure the research roadmap and budget align to key priorities across brand strategy, innovation, communications, and foresight. Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Economics, Psychology, Sociology or related field required; MBA preferred. Minimum of 10+ years of marketing research experience with budget responsibility in a consumerpackaged goods company. Strong drive for results with a passion for the consumer and marketing. Business-owner vs. researcher mindset. Proficiency in syndicated and custom data Minimum of 10+ years of experience in consumer insights, market research, or a related role within the CPG industry. Deep understanding of the CPG sector, including key players, market dynamics, and industry trends. Knowledge of the competitive landscape and market positioning strategies within the CPG space. • Understanding of how to integrate consumer insights into marketing strategies and business decisions. Experience in selecting appropriate, diverse research methodologies, designing research studies, and trying new methods when appropriate. Experience leading projects with ownership of budgets, research partners, research, and schedule. Research Expertise: Strong background in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearly and persuasively to various audiences. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R) and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment. Visible change agent with an entrepreneurial spirit and proven success in establishing progressive and advanced capabilities. • Experience with developing and influencing brand strategy, omni-channel communications and innovation. Strong sense of curiosity and desire to seek opportunities to self-educate on new methodologies and techniques, and general research and business news. • Ability to influence across multiple levels in an organization. • Success in navigating complex business dynamics. The base pay range for this position is $128,501 to $179,902 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis #LI-Hybrid
    $128.5k-179.9k yearly Auto-Apply 51d ago
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  • Senior Associate Brand Manager

    Well Enterprises 4.3company rating

    Well Enterprises job in Chicago, IL

    Wells Enterprises is looking for a strategic & action-oriented Senior Associate Brand Manager to steward our Refreshment brands, including Trolli Gummi Pop, into their next era of growth. Reporting to the Brand Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the holistic Trolli business. This role requires a self-starter who thrives in autonomy, commands a mix of creative instincts and analytical prowess, and can inspire a diverse cross functional team to work together to achieve complex goals. Responsibilities Include Brand Strategy & Positioning: Develop, collaborate, and implement brand strategies that grow Trolli Gummi Pop's presence in frozen desserts. New Product Development: Partner with product managers, R&D, and production experts to identify new products that solve consumer needs while aligning with brand positioning criteria. Holistic General Management: Champion the bottom-line success of the brand, identifying opportunities for improvement and partnering with cross-functional partners to capitalize on their resolution. Consumer Insights & Trends: Strategically conduct & analyze consumer research, market research, and syndicated data analysis to identify trends and inform go-forward plans. Marketing Campaigns & Activation: Lead an integrated agency team to plan & execute marketing campaigns that win the hearts and minds of consumers - including tactics such as digital, social, influencer, and traditional advertising - while ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints. Sales, Retail, and E-Com Support: Collaborate with demand partners to connect brand and marketing initiatives with the goals and objectives of our customer partners, driving growth for all. Performance Tracking & Optimization: Measure and analyze key performance indicators, leveraging findings to adjust strategies and meet business objectives. Partnership with Masterbrand Teams: Collaborate with Masterbrand teams across sister organizations (Ferrara, Ferrero) to execute strategically connected brand initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred. 2-3 years of relevant experience in brand management or related CPG roles. Preferably in the food & beverage industry. Strong understanding of brand building & delivering on consumer needs. Proven ability to execute successful marketing campaigns and product launches. Demonstrated analytical skills and experience in turning complex data sets into actionable insights. Strong leadership & communication skills, as well as the ability to influence and inspire. Refreshment is an innovative, high growth category that is an innovation pillar for the Wells organization. Our team operates in a fast-paced work environment that requires a bias for action, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a willingness to ‘be real' while working together to achieve our common goals. If this sounds like an environment you'll thrive in, we look forward to hearing from you! The base pay range for this position is $104,295 to $146,013 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This pay range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis #LI-Hybrid
    $104.3k-146k yearly Auto-Apply 14d ago
  • Warehouse Associate I

    Benjamin Moore & Co 4.8company rating

    Carol Stream, IL job

    At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace. Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries. Click here to see how you can paint your future! M- F 10am - 6:30pm Responsibilities Follows all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment. Maintains the highest standards for product quality and service. Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment. Communicates with supervisor any upgrades to improve job efficiencies. Is proficient in operating material handling equipment (may include: pallet rider, order picker, fork truck, reach truck, or dock stocker) Maintains material handling equipment or other related equipment by checking battery, electrical charge hook-up, etc. Picks customer orders from inventory stock and completes to meet productivity, quality and accuracy standards. Assembles customer orders appropriately; prepares orders for loading and secures pallets using stretch wrapping equipment or other related equipment. Counts cartons or containers to crosscheck/verify customer orders and validates accuracy. Attaches proper identification on shipments indicating correct delivery address for destination of customer order. Proficient and expected to perform all other warehouse functions, including, but not limited to receiving, put-away, replenishment and truck loading. Loads delivery vehicles and secures shipments as required. Counts inventory stock during physical inventory process. Crosschecks for accuracy. Proficient in removing damages from stock and processing in return goods area Ability to process nonregulated UPS shipments through UPS World ship Proficient in utilizing warehouse management system scanners Proficient and utilizes 5S practices Other duties as required Qualifications High School graduate or equivalent required. Ability to work in a team environment and the willingness to be cross functional Ability to operate all facility MHE to include: pallet rider, order picker, fork truck, reach truck, or dock stocker Attention to detail, accuracy and cleanliness. Basic math skills, ie: addition/subtraction/multiplication. Ability to work safely and follow SOP's. Lifts 60 lbs. regularly throughout shift and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Ability to work overtime and weekends when required Ability to use computer systems & programs Compensation Philosophy At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably. The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors. In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life. Benefits include, but are not limited to, the following: * Medical/Dental/Vision * 401 (k) match * PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days * Employer-paid life insurance * Tuition reimbursement You can view the complete benefits package by clicking the following link: **************************************************************************************** Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety. Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success. Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law. EOE Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Pay Range USD $19.60 - USD $23.95 /Hr.
    $19.6-24 hourly Auto-Apply 8d ago
  • Demand Planner

    Treehouse Foods 4.7company rating

    Oak Brook, IL job

    Employee Type: Full time Job Type: Supply Chain Planning Job Posting Title: Demand Planner About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day! 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays). Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way. An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups. Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs. Job Description: About the Role: As a Demand Planner, you'll play a key role at our corporate office based in Oak Brook, IL, by developing and delivering an accurate demand signal that supports supply planning, minimizes inventory costs, maintains strong service levels, and drives continuous improvement in forecast accuracy. You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to: Manage the Demand steps of the Treehouse Foods Integrated Business Planning (IBP)/SIOP process for assigned categories to align cross-functionally on the demand plan each period. Maintain forecast for 24-month horizon demand plan. Develop and execute changes to the demand plan based on changes in demand, promotions, and market trends. Manage forecasts of new product launches and promotions in collaboration with Sales. Use and maintain current demand-planning systems to create the best statistical forecast possible using established processes. Determine and communicate forecast range, with consensus demand, potential upside opportunity and downside risk, to the supply planners. Develop, monitor, and communicate reports on changes and forecast accuracy to business unit and supply chain organizations, while driving continuous improvement. Work with Supply Planning, Commercial Planning and Business Unit to optimize balance between market opportunity and supply network capabilities where supply constraints exist. Measure, analyze and report key process metrics and monitor adherence to key performance indicators. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Business Units, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to ensure cross-functional alignment and meet company objectives. Make recommendations to enhance business processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency. Important Details : This is a full-time, on-site hybrid role on first shift, based in our Oak Brook, IL office. The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $63,000.00 - 94,400.00 USD annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay. You'll fit right in if you have: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field is preferred. Minimum 2 years supply chain, production scheduling, demand planning, or operations experience. Strong computer skills including knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office, Power BI and SAP/ERP are preferred. Including the ability to access reports and data to utilize the information and make effective analytical decisions. Possess ability to communicate professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization. Ability to effectively present information with various departments and employees. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly verbally and in written form. Strong organizational/time management skills. Self-motivated with strong multitasking, analytical thinking, problem solving, and leadership skills. Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the “Apply” button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
    $63k-94.4k yearly Auto-Apply 6d ago
  • Production Supervisor 2nd Shift (3:30 pm to 2:00 am)

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result! Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. The Production Supervisor is responsible for the people, processes, procedures and related controls to ensure timely and accurate production in accordance with customer specifications and company standards. The Production Supervisor is a hands-on, working manager accountable for the design, documentation, implementation, audit and continuous improvement for all production-related standard work, projects and related systems. This position is located in our Wheeling, IL manufacturing plant. The hours of this position are (3:30 pm to 2:00 am). Essential Functions * Ensure timely and accurate production according to customer specifications and company standards. * Supervises daily production team during assigned shift. * Responsible for planning appropriate inventory levels to ensure production requirements and specifications are met in order to achieve customer orders. * Ensure proper training of all employees regarding GMPs, Safety, Quality and other company procedures. * Responsible for collecting production data and identifying variances compared to standards. * Responsible for maintaining company Safety and OSHA standards. * Handles employee concerns and issues * Responsible for setting schedules and approving employees time in the Dayforce system * Manage employee time and attendance in Dayforce system and updates hours appropriately. * Updates and communicates labor needs regularly. * Promote Safety standards. Records and investigates all safety incidents and near misses to help reduce future accidents. * Provides and receives feedback to develop employees and future leaders. * All other duties as assigned by Management or volunteered for. Basic Qualifications * Minimum 4 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting * Experience in food manufacturing preferred * Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience * Bilingual - English/Spanish a plus Competencies * Must have experience working with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). * Must have experience with quality and hygiene requirements common in food manufacturing. * Must have experience managing employees in a food production environment. * Must demonstrate strong management, leadership, organizational and scheduling ability. * Must have experience working in a production environment with food or other FDA regulated products. * Must be able to work in a team environment and have a positive attitude. * Must have good written and oral communication skills * Safety first mindset * Problem solving skills including Lean 6-Sigma related tools with excellent decision-making capabilities. * Team motivator with a high energy level and diligent work ethic. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. * Must be detail-oriented and pay close attention to accuracy. * Ability to show discretion when in possession of confidential information and records. * Strong computer skills and experience with using an ERP system accurately. * Able to analyze information gathered in order to identify potential problems or discrepancies. Work Environment * 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. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The work environment is cold (30 to 35 degree) on the manufacturing floor. The Production Supervisor will spend 90% of their time in the factory. Physical Demands * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds. Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $75,000 and $80,000. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
    $75k-80k yearly 6d ago
  • Palletizer - 3rd

    Treehouse Foods 4.7company rating

    Worth, IL job

    Employee Type: Full time Job Type: Production Operations Job Posting Title: Palletizer - 3rd About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: * Competitive compensation and benefits program! * Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs! Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities! * An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people * Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth. * Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs. Job Description: III Principal Duties and Responsibilities a. Maintain all established production and quality standards by line assignment and variety of products scheduled to include staging of proper materials, cases, trays, film, etc. b. Pull and stage materials as necessary c. Operate Palletizer on assigned line d. Operate hand palletizers on assigned line e. Coordinate and execute changeovers in an efficient manner. f. Assist with training of Team Members. g. Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color code system. h. Maintain clean work area and execute any duties assigned. i. Notify Maintenance, Line Lead, and/or Team Lead of any repairs or adjustments needed in your area. j. Follow and promote all safety policies. k. Assist in the removing of all scrap, by following procedure. l. Perform all duties necessary to meet Safe Quality Food (SQF), Company and/or Regulatory requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company. m. Responsible for reporting Food Safety and Food Quality problems to the appropriate personnel, as well as, follow quality and safety policies/procedures themselves in order to ensure products are made with the highest standards possible. Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the "Apply" button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time". TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
    $37k-44k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Quality Assurance Technician II

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    Job Classification: Hourly Reports to: Quality Assurance Supervisor Job Family: QA/QC The Quality Assurance Technician II performs routine daily tasks that ensure the products manufactured meet food safety, regulatory and quality requirements. Various tests are performed, and results are recorded and reported daily. This position offers a wide variety of interactions with all members of the plant team and exposure to the entire manufacturing process. Quality Technician II will be responsible for maintaining USDA requirements and Food Safety requirements. Essential Functions * Conduct daily inspections including pre-operative and Food Safety - ensuring sanitary conditions of the line before start-up. Document and communicate results to Lead Quality Tech. * Conduct daily operating Inspections to ensure compliance with GMP's and USDA requirements. * Conduct CCP/CQP checks including hourly metal detector test, temperature verifications, and code date verifications. * Ensure ATP swab tests are performed daily and weekly on the line; conduct the test when necessary. * Monitor HACCP Critical Control Point. * Perform in-bound raw and packaging material checks to ensure customer requirements are met. * Calibrate Lab Scale, pH meter, salt analyzer. * Conduct Organic start-up tests including assurance that documentation of no unauthorized cleaner was used, line was triple rinsed and pH 7 on the line. * Perform Food Safety & Quality Audits - including production room/storage temperature checks, daily operational inspections. * Change thermometer recorder charts as needed. * Keep stock of Laboratory and Production supplies as directed and inform supervisor of supply issues. * Liaison with USDA. * Implement Code Date Sheets requirements to verify correct expiration/code information on finished product. * Report and Follow-Up on Food Safety and Food Quality concerns. Stop line for any major findings. * Lead pizza line coverage checks. * Notifies Supervisor of all down times. * Follows and enforces all Food Safety PPE/GMP requirements and reports any concerns. * Conducts other duties as assigned by the Supervisor. * First line of defense for reporting food safety/food quality issues. Immediately report and provide corrective action for any findings. Collaborate with the proper department to solve issues in real time. * Maintains good documentation. * Conducts in-depth observations and monthly audits including Glass and Brittle Plastic audits. * Performs inventory adjustments as needed for lot code clarifications in our ERP system. * Able to place products on hold both physically and systematically in our ERP system. * Performs verification of disposed materials per RFI disposal process. * Assists during customer complaint investigations; document retrieval, retain retrieval, and sensory/cooking verifications. * Creates foreign material reports for any internal foreign material findings. Conducts investigation of root cause of the material. Basic Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED required * 1 years' experience in a manufacturing environment * Be able to read, write and speak English Desired Qualifications * Experience working in food manufacturing * Coursework completed in food science, microbiology or related degree Competencies * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written required. * Strong organizational skills required. * Ability to interact and to manage conflict in stressful situations while maintaining composure and perspective. * The ability to identify, define, and solve problems. * Strong initiative and the ability to work with others to achieve desired results. * A sense of accountability for results. * Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office. * Ability to work cooperatively and maintain a professional working relationship with employees. * Ability to read and understand formula sheets. Work Environment * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial trucks. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or finger to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds. Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between$24.00 to $26.00. This role is also eligible for an overtime compensation. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This position is based on our Wheeling, IL location.
    $38k-46k yearly est. 14d ago
  • 3rd Shift Sanitation Technician

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    The Sanitation Technician follows procedures and SSOP's to perform proper cleaning on production equipment to ensure safety and hygiene. May record information to reflect sanitation activities and issues. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Responsible for effective sanitation of the various plant equipment and departments. * Must be able to follow equipment cleaning instructions as listed in the Sanitation Procedures Manual. * Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. * Must become familiar with cleaning chemicals by name, function, and usage rate and become chemical certified. * Timely notification to Maintenance, Manager and/or lead of equipment problems. * Notify Manager and/or Lead of actual or potential problems. * Must be able to follow verbal instructions from Manager and/or Lead. * Must be detail oriented and be able to work independently. * Responsible for compliance with GMP's, proper sanitation, and housekeeping in area. * Responsible for use of required safety equipment and complying with proper safety procedures including wearing proper protective clothing, steel toe boots and safety goggles at all times. * Other duties as assigned by Management or volunteered for. Desired Qualifications * Experience operating electric pallet jack. * Experience using a variety of equipment including a power washer. * Previous sanitation experience, minimum 1 year. Competencies * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance procedures, a variety of instructions, diagrams or schedules. * Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Work Environment * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and power industrial trucks. The employee is frequently exposed to cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for the duration of the production shift; talk or hear; use hands or finger to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is infrequently required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 70 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work * Sanitation Staff works third shift, 8 hours a shift Monday-Friday 10:30pm - 7:00am with overtime available as needed on weekends. This position is based on our Wheeling IL location. We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza, salad dressing, and BBQ sauce product categories. We have three manufacturing facilities located in OH, IL, and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
    $38k-44k yearly est. 51d ago
  • Bakery Process & Product Scientist

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result! Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. JOB SUMMARY: The Bakery Process & Product Scientist serves as the critical technical bridge between R&D, Quality, and high-volume bakery manufacturing operations. This role applies food science, baking chemistry, and manufacturing process principles to diagnose and resolve product and process issues encountered on the production line. The role ensures products developed in R&D can be successfully scaled, stabilized, and consistently produced in a fast-paced automated manufacturing environment while meeting quality, food safety, and cost targets. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing, this position spends significant time on the production floor, partnering directly with line leaders, operators, and quality teams to troubleshoot real-time baking, texture, appearance, and shelf-life challenges. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Food Science & Quality Assurance * Apply food science principles to improve dough rheology, fermentation, baking processes, and product stability. * Conduct research on new ingredients and technologies to improve product quality, shelf-life, and nutritional value. * Collaborate with R&D teams to support new product development and process validation. * Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to maintain product integrity. * Lead product trials and scale-up processes from lab to production, addressing any issues that arise. Quality, Food Safety, & Documentation * Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with food safety, GMPs, and regulatory standards * Maintain and monitor robust food safety programs * Support root cause analysis for customer complaints or internal quality failures * Contribute to technical documentation including * Process standards * Critical control parameters * Technical troubleshooting guides Manufacturing and Line Support * Serve as the technical expert on bakery line, supporting day-to-day production issues related to: * Dough development and handling * Proofing and fermentation behavior * Oven performance, heat transfer, and bake profiles * Product texture, structure, and moisture * Collaborate with Manufacturing team to diagnose and resolve in-process product defects * Partner with Manufacturing team to optimize line parameters, set points, and changeovers * Ensures that tasks and functions are performed in a safe manner that upholds expectations throughout the production and packaging processes. * Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement * Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve efficiency. * Implement data-driven process controls for temperature, humidity, and ingredient ratios. * Drive automation initiatives and integrate advanced technologies for real-time monitoring. * Support CAPA investigations related to product quality deviations * Compliance & Reporting * In partnership with Divisional Safety, ensure Factory meets OSHA requirements and continually improving safety through TRIR, LTIR, by addressing both physical safety issues as well as unsafe employee behaviors. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas. Maintain accurate production records, batch logs, and regulatory documentation. * Prepare KPI reports on yield, efficiency, waste reduction, and quality metrics for senior leadership. * Ensure adherence to environmental and sustainability standards. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & COMPETENCIES: * Highly effective network collaboration skills, able to work and coordinate efficiently across several business functions and key stakeholders * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of skill and experience internally, suppliers and customers * Ability to influence without direct authority, delivering results in partnership with and through people * Strong organizational and planning abilities and excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills * Unwavering integrity and honesty at all times. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. * Comfortable being hands-on in the plant with demonstrated success in building credibility and respect with manufacturing team for practical, applicable solutions * Ability to translate science into operator-friendly guidance EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: * Bachelor's in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or relevant professional experience. * Minimum of seven (7) years food manufacturing experience, at least 4 in commercial or industrial bakery manufacturing * Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality, baking chemistry, and microbiology. * Working knowledge of quality and safety regulatory standards * Demonstrated success supporting live production environments * Working knowledge of and experience using Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing techniques preferred * Bilingual preferred Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $120,000 and $145,000. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    $120k-145k yearly 14d ago
  • Senior Master Scheduler

    Treehouse Foods 4.7company rating

    Oak Lawn, IL job

    Employee Type: Full time Job Type: Supply Chain Planning Job Posting Title: Senior Master Scheduler About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: * Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day! * 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. * Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays). * Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way. * An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups. * Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs. Job Description: About the Role: As a Sr. Master Scheduler, you'll play a key role at our corporate office based in Oak Brook, IL, by overseeing master scheduling activities and leading finite schedulers for assigned categories. This role ensures alignment between demand, capacity, inventory, and service objectives while supporting TreeHouse Foods' Integrated Business Planning (IBP)/SIOP processes and driving operational efficiency across the supply network. You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to: * Oversee master scheduling and provide leadership to finite schedulers for assigned categories. * Develop and maintain long-term production schedules, capacity plans, and people plans to support inventory, service, and cost objectives. * Generate weekly and monthly production and capacity plans using established systems and planning processes. * Maintain data integrity within planning systems to enable accurate inventory management, capacity planning, customer service, and operational metrics. * Lead the Supply Review portion of the monthly category-level IBP/SIOP process. * Proactively identify service, inventory, and capacity risks, and communicate key drivers and recommended solutions to stakeholders. * Track, analyze, and reconcile weekly and monthly performance metrics against established targets. * Review production performance and update planning rates to accurately reflect plant capabilities and available capacity. * Maintain, review, and update monthly inputs used to calculate safety stock levels and inventory targets. * Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Business Units, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure alignment and achievement of company objectives. * Support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) process for designated categories. * Identify opportunities to enhance planning processes, improve operational efficiency, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Important Details: * This is a full-time, on-site hybrid role on first shift, based in our Oak Brook, IL office. * The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $73,700.00 - $110,500.00 USD annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation, bonus, and equity pay. You'll fit right in if you have: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field is preferred. * APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) is preferred but not required. * Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in supply chain planning, production scheduling, material planning, or inventory planning. * Working knowledge of Integrated Business Planning (IBP)/SIOP processes and procedures is strongly preferred. * Prior experience supervising or leading others is preferred. * Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, and SAP/ERP systems, with the ability to analyze data and support informed planning decisions. * Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization. * Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. * Self-motivated with strong attention to detail, time management, and leadership capabilities. Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the "Apply" button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time". TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
    $73.7k-110.5k yearly Auto-Apply 12d ago
  • Maintenance Technician I (1st shift)

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    Maintenance Technician I 1st Shift (WL) At Richelieu Foods we make Great Food from Great People. We are looking for a Maintenance Apprentice to provide support and solutions in our ever-changing food manufacturing environment. Essential Functions * Assists Maintenance Technicians on repairs, * Repairs or replaces defective parts. * Makes necessary adjustments to functional parts of devices and control instruments, based on production requirements. * Performs preventive maintenance on equipment based on schedule or immediate needs. * Creates and enters work orders for necessary repairs. Allocate and documents hours worked on applicable work orders. * Disassembles and assembles production equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts. * Install, move and relocate machinery/equipment according to drawings. * Performs other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications * Minimum of 2 years' experience operating wrappers and packaging equipment. * Some Experience in maintenance or related fields can be beneficial, especially for those with some experience as maintenance technician. * Basic knowledge of troubleshooting bearings, belts, sprockets, chains, and any other moving parts in the equipment. * Ability to make recommendations on spare parts, lock-out-tag-out, and machine Guarding. Desired Qualifications Knowledge using hand tools and power tools. * Strong Mechanical Aptitude and knowledge of equipment functions. Competencies Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. * Ability to write routine reports and work orders using a tablet. * Ability to follow directions. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to hot/cold environment, wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Five days' workweek schedule, with one weekend day mandatory Occasionally 6 day workweek based on production demand Founded in 1862, Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a private brand and contract packing food company with a rich history. Widely known in the food and supermarket industry for its superior array of private brand products, Richelieu's principal business segment is retail frozen and deli pizza. Richelieu Foods provides the highest quality products and services with competitive pricing for our Retail, Corporate Brands, and Contract Packing customers. Richelieu Foods is headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, and operates three manufacturing facilities across the Midwest (Wheeling, IL; Beaver Dam, WI). The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $28.00 and $30.00. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus, shift differential pay, overtime compensation. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. This position is based on our Wheeling, IL location.
    $56k-69k yearly est. 51d ago
  • Inside Sales Representative - Central

    Benjamin Moore & Co 4.8company rating

    Carol Stream, IL job

    At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace. Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries. Click here to see how you can paint your future! Job Responsibilities Account Management & Sales * Manage a portfolio of smaller retail accounts selected based on geography, sales volume, and store type (P&D or H&W). * Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with store owners, managers, and staff. * Identify sales opportunities and execute strategies to drive measurable revenue growth and brand loyalty. * Conduct regular virtual check-ins and occasional in-person visits to ensure consistent engagement and support of accounts. * Leverage scripts to guide conversations to ensure consistent seasonal focus areas that drive sales and service goals. Customer Support & Training * Collaborate with key stakeholders to provide product knowledge, technical support, and training to retail partners. * Support virtual training initiatives and support other territories when needs arise. * Serve as a proactive liaison between the retailer and internal teams to resolve issues and ensure a high-level of satisfaction and collaboration. Territory Planning & Travel * Develop and execute a territory plan that balances virtual engagement with sporadic strategic in-person visits. * Travel requirements will vary by region (e.g., weekly visits in metro areas vs. monthly in rural regions). * Maintain accurate records of visits, calls, and customer interactions using CRM. Collaboration & Reporting * Collaborate with regional sales teams, marketing, and operations to align goals and share insights. * Work with your direct manager and NACIC Customer Experience Manager to ensure consistency across all Inside Sales Representatives (ISRs) nationwide to create a baseline of service and performance for ISRs. * Provide feedback and data to support the ongoing development of the MDIP program. * Track and report on sales performance, customer engagement, and market trends to inform strategy and demonstrate results Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a related field. * 2+ years of sales, customer service, or account management experience (preferably in paint, coatings, or retail). * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively. * Comfortable with virtual tools (e.g., video conferencing, CRM systems, data analytics tools). * Willingness to travel as needed; must reside near a designated hub. * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. * Ability to travel on an as needed basis, may involve some overnight travel. * Strong work ethic with a commitment to building a career path. Compensation Philosophy At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably. The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors. In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life. Benefits include, but are not limited to, the following: * Medical/Dental/Vision * 401 (k) match * PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days * Employer-paid life insurance * Tuition reimbursement You can view the complete benefits package by clicking the following link: **************************************************************************************** Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety. Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success. Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law. EOE Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Pay Range USD $60,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr.
    $60k-72k yearly Auto-Apply 55d ago
  • R&D Specialist

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result! Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. We have a brand-new position as a Research & Development Specialist to join our innovative Food R&D Team in our Wheeling, IL corporate offices. RESPONSIBILITES: * Aid in the development of new products, by applying scientific principles to pizza and meal engineering. Lead all New Product Development (NPD) work and formula changes for select customers with specific focus on National Brand Equivalents (NBE) and cost savings. * Reformulate existing products for cost, nutrition and quality optimization utilizing sensory and regulatory data * Partner with Procurement on cost reduction efforts * Create and update internal specification sheets for finished goods. * Develop and maintain accurate records of laboratory work, including formula, ingredients used, and cooking/processing procedures. * Aid in the development of processing and technical requirements needed for scale up. Lead process in trial and first production run product evaluations and approvals. * Translate research findings into meaningful business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams. * Conduct shelf-life, sensory and panel tasting, product performance, and quality attribute testing of meals as part of the development process. * Conduct bakery experiments as needed with internal and external products. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & COMPETENCIES: * Preferred experience in using Genesis R&D Food Development & Label Software to generate nutritional information for labeling. * An understanding of Federal, State, Local laws and regulations of finished good products and FDA label requirements. * Solid understanding of and passion for food, chemistry, analytical testing, formulations, and processing in food manufacturing. * Keen knowledge in the use of functional ingredients and in food formulation, preferably in the clean/all-natural product space. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: * Bachelor's degree in food science, Certified Research Chef or equivalent work experience EXPERIENCE: * 2+ years' experience in technical functions. Experience in frozen and refrigerated foods preferred. * This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all- inclusive list of all the responsibilities and working conditions of the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $65,000 and $77,000. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    $65k-77k yearly 21d ago
  • Production Manager (1st Shift)

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result! Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. Essential Functions The Production Manager (1st Shift) is responsible for all activities related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale associated with multiple lines within a single factory on a single shift. This position reports to the Sr. Production Manager and typically has 1 Leader (Production Supervisor) per line reporting to them, along with up to 100 operators and general laborers. This position involves direct support of operations activities and requires spending significant amounts of time in and around factory areas. This individual must be capable and willing to work extended hours (when required) in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. The ideal candidate will possess the demonstrated skills and experience necessary to perform in both manufacturing and technical leadership roles. The Production Manager will be tasked to define clear operational schedules, priorities, and goals for the lines. This person will lead, collaborate, and influence other functional managers and all employees to allow for continuous manufacturing flow, optimal production output, cost reductions, compliance, strategy and be accountable for cost, schedule, capital, strategy, employee hiring and proposals. This position is located in our Wheeling pizza manufacturing plant. The hours are 1st Shift! Duties and Responsibilities * Be a Safety role model for the Operations Team with a Safety-First mindset and lead with a relentless drive to eliminate risk in every aspect of the operation. This leadership should be visible by demonstration in action and not merely in word. * Lead as a Champion of Quality ensuring that the principles of Quality Assurance are never compromised by other priorities. This includes being an active participant to prepare and participate in any Quality audits including, but not limited to SQF, USDA, FDA, Organic, or customer audits. * Work closely with the Manufacturing Manager to develop and execute an operations strategy that will meet or exceed business goals. This includes leading the development of a weekly plan to improve line performance and/or close gaps in performance through focused activities. * Own the auditing of line costs. Develop and execute a plan to bring spending inside budget ranges. * Provide effective leadership coordination and communication to ensure alignment of employees across multiple shift operations. * Lead Root Cause Analysis of chronic issues and assign responsibility for corrective actions. * Identifies and leads projects to deliver specific improvements to key company metrics. * Actively work with the Manufacturing Manager to ensure that assets are properly managed and maintained. * Provide leadership in the event of a facility emergency. Assess the situation and ensure appropriate measures are being implemented to control the emergency. In crisis situations, initiate the appropriate contact with upper management. * Support the training and development of employees to ensure continued factory growth, effective operation and to minimize need for direct supervision. Promotes cross-training by driving the internal transfer process. * Maintain a positive work environment to promote safety, housekeeping, and human relations. * Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws, corporate policies, and facility policies. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 6 years prior relevant experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or like industry, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years' experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or like industry. * Demonstrated leadership capabilities including a willingness to listen to others and include others' ideas in their plan, an eagerness to learn, grow, and take on new challenges, and is self-aware and knows how their actions impact others around them. * Experience with Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action in a manufacturing environment. * Experience with Engineering process controls including Statistical Process Controls and line integration techniques. * Experience in tracking and reporting Factory metrics, budgets, and estimates. * Experience facilitating projects/programs in a team environment while providing team leadership. * Strong capabilities in developing team members through coaching and feedback. * Strong communication and presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications * Previous Factory Management Experience including cross-functional management of quality, operations, engineering, and supply chain. * Experience with Value Stream concepts such as Value Stream Mapping and/or project planning. * Understanding of an Operation Environment (TAKT, Line Balancing, Value Stream Mapping). * Quality Systems and their Application. * Experience with LEAN Manufacturing and problem solving. * Experience in a high-speed industrial manufacturing environment. * Knowledge and experience in operations at the functional level. Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $94,000 and $120,000. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    $94k-120k yearly 14d ago
  • Senior Packaging Engineer

    Treehouse Foods, Inc. 4.7company rating

    Oak Brook, IL job

    **Employee Type:** Full time **Job Type:** Research and Development Packaging **Job Posting Title:** Senior Packaging Engineer **About Us** **:** TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values- **Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together.** We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. **What You G** **ain** **:** + Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day! + 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. + Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays). + Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way. + An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups. + Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs. **Job Description:** **About the Role:** TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Senior Packaging Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the development, validation, and implementation of new packaging technologies, line extensions, and packaging improvements that support product performance, cost optimization, quality, and sustainability objectives. Acting as the technical lead, this role provides advanced problem-solving, drives complex project execution, and delivers packaging solutions that meet business and operational requirements. **_You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to:_** + Leading moderate to highly complex technical assignments supporting cost savings, quality improvements, operational support, and new product development + Serving as the technical lead for cross-functional project teams, including manufacturing start-ups and ongoing technical service + Developing technical approaches and solutions aligned to product and business requirements + Designing, executing, and analyzing packaging test plans, trials, and validation activities + Managing end-to-end delivery of packaging projects including specifications, testing requirements, control points, execution, and post-launch support + Identifying and resolving technical conflicts, risks, and resource needs to ensure project success + Developing external networks through supplier engagement and participation in technical organizations (e.g., IoPP, SPC) + Identifying opportunities that drive value through innovation, productivity, sustainability, and performance improvement + Ensuring all activities comply with safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) **Important Details:** + The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $82,600 to $123,800 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay. + Willingness to travel up to 30%. **_You'll fit right in if you have:_** + Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or related technical field + 5+ years of relevant packaging engineering experience + Demonstrated ability to influence project direction through advanced technical expertise + Proven project management, negotiation, and technical problem-solving skills + Ability to collaborate with R&D, Operations, suppliers, and external partners + Strong understanding of paperboard, corrugate, film, plastics, and glass packaging materials + Experience with TOPS/CAPE or similar optimization tools **Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away!** Click on the "Apply" button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! _At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time"._ _TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact_ _disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com_ TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1 TreeHouse Foods is a private label food and beverage leader focused on customer brands and custom products. When customers partner with TreeHouse they can expect access to an industry-leading portfolio, strategic vision, on-trend innovation and insights, world-class supply chain, operational excellence and flexibility, collaborative approaches, and dedicated customer service. Our strategy is to be the leading supplier of private label food and beverage products by providing the best balance of quality and cost to our customers. We engage with retail grocery, food away from home, and industrial and export customers, including most of the leading grocery retailers and foodservice operators in the United States and Canada. Our portfolio includes a variety of shelf-stable, refrigerated, and snack products. Customers can expect comprehensive flavor profiles including natural, organic, and preservative-free ingredients in many categories and packaging formats. TreeHouse Foods is best known for food and beverages produced by our two largest businesses Bay Valley Foods, LLC (including E.D. Smith and Sturm Foods) and TreeHouse Private Brands. With more than 10,000 employees in over 26 plants across the United States and Canada, TreeHouse Foods is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. **Recruitment Fraud Alert** We want to ensure your career journey with TreeHouse Foods is safe and secure. Scammers may attempt to impersonate our company by sending fake job offers, interview, and sensitive document requests. If you receive an email claiming to be from us, always verify the sender's email address-it should match our official company domain (@treehousefoods.com) exactly. We will _never_ ask for payment, financial, or personal information and documents as part of our interview process. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us directly by visiting the Contact page on our website (****************************************************** . Stay vigilant to protect yourself from recruitment scams. **Disability Assistance and EEO Considerations:** At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com **To all recruitment agencies:** TreeHouse Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Treehouse Foods employees, or any company location(s). TreeHouse Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
    $82.6k-123.8k yearly 60d+ ago
  • Plant Controller - Finance

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    At Richelieu Foods, we are dedicated to a culture of belonging for everyone. Driven by our values of ownership, respect, and growth, we put people, safety, and quality above all else -- delicious pizza, outstanding service, and solid customer relationships are what happens as a result! Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza. We have two manufacturing facilities located in IL and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers. Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Finance, the Wheeling Plant Controller is the strategic financial partner for the Wheeling manufacturing facility, including financial analysis and plant control. Core responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing manufacturing variances, proposing corrective actions, and evaluating alternatives, in partnership with plant leadership and supporting departments, to optimize financial performance. Essential Functions: * Generates and maintains all plant manufacturing budgets for direct labor, material yields, operating outputs and departmental spending. * Reviews weekly, period end operational performance reports with comments and recommendations for corrective action. * Responsible for Wheeling plant month end close, assists Plant Director in the monthly presentation of operating results to senior leadership. * Identifies opportunities to drive cost reduction across all factory and product cost pools (materials, labor, variable & fixed expenses, capital and inventory). * Verifies the accuracy of the value of inventory each month and monitors the adjustment being made to the inventory. * Maintains proper internal controls over all factory assets, including raw materials, supplies, machine parts, and capital equipment. * Provides guidance in the use and maintenance of JustFood ERP. * Responsible for the proper application of the internal control and accounting practices and policies in the factory and supporting warehouses. Basic Qualifications: * BA in Financial Accounting is preferred or 7 or more years of accounting experience with a minimum of two years of experience working as a Plant Controller. * Experience with inventory management preferred. * Completion of Company pre-employment screenings. * Experience in food manufacturing preferred. Competencies: * Must be able to work in a team environment and have a positive attitude. * Strong written and oral communication skills. * Experience working with Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint * Experience working with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Universal Pay Verbiage: The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. The expected compensation for this role is between $135,000 and $155,000. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus. Benefits for this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, 401K with company match, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
    $135k-155k yearly 8d ago
  • Retail Financial Consultant

    Benjamin Moore & Co 4.8company rating

    Carol Stream, IL job

    The Retailer Financial Consultant will have the opportunity to gain broad experience and lead the effort to strengthen and help grow Benjamin Moore's independent retailer channel. This individual will be a key resource in developing and presenting improvement and growth strategies to our retailers, as well as support market distribution plans. Responsibilities Perform financial and operational analysis for consulting projects with independent retailers: Conduct in-person consulting sessions with independent retail store owners Review and analyze financial statements, including balance sheet, P&L and cash flow statements, income tax returns, and POS data Build and utilize budget forecasting and cash flow models Perform financial analysis against industry benchmarks to gauge current performance Identify and quantify operational and financial improvement opportunities for independent retail stores Identify retailer accounting procedure and control issues, formulate improvement plans, and communicate recommendations for implementation Develop and facilitate retail business training: Develop new training tools and modules Function as trainer and presenter for both internal and external training programs Support financial training initiatives Assist retailers in developing business plans by facilitating the planning process and developing key operating assumptions Assist retailers with growth plans, providing guidance on all facets of the process from forecasting to measuring debt service manageability. This often includes delivering on the requirements of BMC's store growth programs, Branching-out Program (BOP) and New Entrepreneur Program (NEP), as applicable. Assist retailers in all facets of financial management decision-making Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting and/or Finance. Relevant certification or MBA preferred Strong financial statement analysis skills Minimum 4 years of financial and business analysis including budgeting and forecasting Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to develop effective face-to-face business partner relationships at all levels Prior experience providing financial support to senior leadership is a plus Must be highly analytical and inquisitive with strong business acumen, critical thinking skills, financial modeling, keen attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines and goals Strong technical aptitude, including competency in Excel and experience using other Microsoft Office applications; Word, PowerPoint, etc., and the ability to quickly master new applications and systems Ability to work in a team-based continuous improvement environment Knowledge of point-of-sale and small business accounting software packages Ability to travel up to 40-60% Pay Range USD $115,700.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.
    $115.7k-140k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Food Scientist - Value Engineering

    Treehouse Foods 4.7company rating

    Downers Grove, IL job

    Employee Type: Full time Job Type: Research and Development Job Posting Title: Food Scientist - Value Engineering About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day! 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays). Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way. An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups. Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs. Job Description: About the Role: The Food Scientist supports the Value Engineering team by leading the design, planning, validation, and implementation of cost savings, efficiency improvements, and consolidation projects across the TreeHouse Foods portfolio. Working under limited supervision, this role applies sound scientific methods from bench development through commercialization, ensuring project objectives are met while maintaining product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. The Food Scientist is responsible for defining formulation, nutritional, and process parameters, executing lab and plant trials, analyzing data, and developing solutions that achieve business goals. This position partners cross-functionally with Division R&D, QA, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and Business Unit leads to ensure alignment, while also providing technical oversight during internal and external plant trials and start-ups. In addition to strong technical expertise, the Food Scientist brings effective project management and communication skills to influence outcomes, support customer meetings, and generate pipeline opportunities that drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies. This role requires an aptitude for technical leadership, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple projects across product categories. You'll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to: Under limited supervision, works collaboratively in the execution of development from bench to production scale for cost saving projects, product improvements, and consolidation efforts throughout the TreeHouse portfolio. Defines the formulation, nutritional and process parameters needed to develop a product which meets the project objective(s). Understands the impact of these parameters to overall project. Applies sound scientific methods in all stages of development. Including planning and executing trials, analyzing data and defining solutions to achieve project goals. Identifies opportunities for competitive market advantage Provide judgement and experience to assure that an appropriate level of technical knowledge and discipline are being applied and utilized in business decisions Partner and communicate effectively with cross-functional groups Ensure the transfer of technology to the operations team when commercializing products. Provide technical oversight of internal and external manufacturing start-ups and ongoing technical service Contribute significantly and continually to attain results through the generation and application of advanced, specialized knowledge Generate and support pipeline work to drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies Participates in customer presentations and/or preparing product, content for customer meetings Ensure all activities follow established safety standards, regulatory requirements (FDA, UDSA & Kosher) and Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) Important Details: This is a full-time, hybrid role on First Shift. Up to 30% travel is required. The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $65,500 to $98,300 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay. You'll fit right in if you have: Bachelor's Degree Required - Type: Food Science/Engineering or Related Field Master's Degree Preferred - Type: Food Science/Engineering or Related Field Three years' experience in Food Science Product Development or No experience required if holding a PhD in Food Science/Engineering or Related Field Baking, Retort and/or aseptic product experience preferred Understanding of ingredient interactions/functionality Communicate effectively and openly while working in a cross-functional team. Must be a self-starter, independent, energetic and resourceful Excellent written and verbal communications skills Solid Project Management skills and experience Aptitude for technical leadership and project management Ability to successfully manage project workload across multiple product categories Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the “Apply” button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
    $65.5k-98.3k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Sr Manager, Reliability & Maintenance Systems

    Treehouse Foods 4.7company rating

    Homewood, IL job

    Employee Type: Full time Job Type: Engineering Job Posting Title: Sr Manager, Reliability & Maintenance Systems About Us: TreeHouse Foods (NYSE: THS) is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values-Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals. What You Gain: Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period - you're eligible from your first day! 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll. Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays). Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform - DevelopU - with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way. An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals. Take advantage of opportunities to build on our team-oriented culture, such as joining one of our Employee Resource Groups. Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs. Job Description: About the Role: TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Senior Manager, Reliability & Maintenance Systems to lead the development and implementation of our Progressive Maintenance (PM) strategy across all TreeHouse plants. This role focuses primarily on program development, with a secondary focus on execution, driving measurable improvements in equipment reliability, efficiency, and cost performance enterprise-wide. You will collaborate closely with Division Operations Directors, Plant Managers, and Maintenance Leaders to advance TreeHouse's maintenance maturity, strengthen system capabilities, and deliver sustained operational excellence. You will add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to: · Develop and deploy Progressive Maintenance (PM) objectives, standards, and implementation plans for all TreeHouse Divisions and plants. · Provide technical leadership and forward-looking strategies to support division and plant-level PM execution. · Lead or participate in root cause analysis (RCA/RCFA) teams to identify and implement reliability and maintenance improvements. · Monitor and report division progress through PM Objective Dashboards, KPI Dashboards, and leading indicators. · Facilitate Progressive Maintenance Pillar calls, Steering Teams, and Pilot Teams to align on goals and best practices. · Partner with Corporate ERP/SAP teams to enhance the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) in alignment with PM strategies. · Implement and sustain programs in predictive and preventive maintenance, storeroom optimization, lubrication, and planning/scheduling. · Collaborate with Engineering to incorporate new assets into CMMS and establish site-level PM expectations. · Lead training sessions at divisions and plants on reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement methods. · Conduct PM plan reviews with Operations and Plant Leadership to identify opportunities and support business deliverables. · Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and shared accountability across maintenance functions. Important Details: · The anticipated compensation for this position ranges from $ 132,300 to $198,500 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics and business or organizational needs. For certain roles, the successful candidate may be eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus and equity pay. · Ability to travel up to 70% to TreeHouse plant locations in the U.S. and Canada. · Preferably located near a major airport. You'll fit right in if you have: · Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Reliability, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, or related field (required) · Minimum 10 years of reliability and maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment · 3+ years in a Maintenance Manager or equivalent leadership role · Division or multi-plant responsibility experience preferred · Food and Beverage industry experience a plus · Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification preferred · Proficiency with SAP and CMMS systems · Expertise in TPM, predictive and preventive maintenance, planning/scheduling, and storeroom optimization · Strong understanding of maintenance finance and asset lifecycle management · Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to influence across all organizational levels Your TreeHouse Foods Career is Just a Click Away! Click on the “Apply” button or go directly to ****************************** to let us know you're ready to join our team! At TreeHouse Foods, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work to help us “Engage and Delight - One Customer at a Time”. TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact disability-accommodations@treehousefoods.com TreeHouse Use Only: #IND1
    $132.3k-198.5k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Materials Management Dispatcher

    Richelieu Foods 4.6company rating

    Wheeling, IL job

    Dispatcher Job Classification: Hourly Reports to: Materials Management Supervisor The purpose of this role is to provide tactical operations support involving order entry, appointment scheduling, and track and trace support. The nature of the work is proactive, and we must be able to alert key stakeholders on potential service gaps. This role is responsible for customer appointment setting and scheduling to ensure customer expectations and/or KPI's are met. Effectively prioritize and schedule approximately 50 shipments per day in a manner that meets on time pick up, delivery, maintain hours of service requirements. Participate and support with track and trace for customers as required. Job Summary Job Responsibilities: Know and enforce standard operating procedures (SOP) Check in and out truck drivers in a timely manner using logistics software. Complete bills of lading for drivers Maintain office areas. Participate in physical inventory. Check orders for accuracy before and after shipping. Fuel, temperature, and yard checks. Responsible for pre-cooling trailers for finished goods. Responsible for moving trailers from yard to dock and dock to yard. Create outbound schedule for CSW and Caines. Constantly updating outbound schedule for added or cancelled production. Responsible for reporting Nestle consumption and shipments. Scan all bill of ladings to SharePoint daily. Validate put aways. Job Requirements: Depending on the company you're applying to work for, minimum shipping/receiving job requirements may include: High school diploma or GED Basic math skills Order entry and administrative experience. 1 year of warehouse or logistics experience Microsoft Office experience (Word/Excel) Computer literacy Comfortable working in cold and hot environments and all-weather conditions. Physical Demands: Occasionally lift 10 lbs., no more than 25 lbs. We offer a great opportunity with a comprehensive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, 401K with company match, and vacation. Richelieu Foods, Inc. is a leading national private label and contract packing food manufacturer focused on frozen pizza, salad dressing, and BBQ sauce product categories. We have three manufacturing facilities located in OH, IL, and WI. We provide products to many national retailers, wholesalers, distributors, club and mass stores, as well as industrial accounts including other food manufacturers Richelieu Foods, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. This position is based on our Wheeling, IL location .
    $30k-42k yearly est. 13d ago

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