For more than 115 years, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers of all generations. Today, the company is the #1 sugar confectioner in the United States. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of nearly 9,000 employees creating and delivering hundreds of products sold under 20 popular brands like Brach's, NERDS, SweeTARTS, Laffy Taffy, and Trolli to more than 66 million U.S. households annually and popular Dori snacking products under brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100 in Brazil. Additionally, Jelly Belly, known world-wide for its confections, was acquired in November of 2023.
Maintenance Supervisor - 2nd ShiftJob Location: FairfieldWant to make an impact?The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervision of plant maintenance personnel for their assigned shift. Responsibilities include supervision of assigned employees, assignment of work to plant maintenance personnel, coordinating proper maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of plant equipment.
Ways you will make a differenceAssign work schedules to shift personnel through direction of Maintenance Manager.Supervise and advise plant maintenance personnel on work assigned.Interface with other shift Maintenance Supervisors to coordinate daily work transfer.Interface with all Departmental Supervisors to ensure that plant equipment is maintained and kept in a functional and safe order.Evaluate and make suggestions through manager/management for potential training opportunities and department enhancements.Address safety and sanitation issues that require immediate attention.Ensure that all plant and facility equipment are maintained in a normal, safe, and running condition.Supervise troubleshooting of all plant and facility equipment and advise mechanics on proper troubleshooting techniques.Supervise shop work and fabrication to ensure it is performed in a safe and proper manner.Monitor preventative maintenance and lubrication schedules to meet scheduled due dates.Interface with outside contractors when contracted work is scheduled during assigned shifts.Communicate company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations.Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving work problems.Maintain time and maintenance records.Direct the Service/Sanitation crew as necessary.Inherent in each position is a general duty to maintain each respective work area in a safe and sanitary condition. Regular, predictable, full-time attendance is required as an essential function of this position. The employee may be required to perform other such duties within the scope of their employment as may be assigned. The employee must also possess the ability to take direction, follow instructions, work with others, follow work rules and schedules, and focus on details.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills that will make you successfulAgilityLeadership and coaching abilitiesOrganization and time management skillsExperiences that will support your successBachelor's degree preferred3 to 5 years related experienceProven leadership experienceKnowledge of mechanical, electrical, and machine shop skills to properly supervise maintenance personnel in troubleshooting, repairs, preventative maintenance, and fabricationAbility to use drafting software (AutoCAD / Visio) to perform basic updates on drawingsCompensation: $95,000-105,000 annually depending on experience
EQUAL OPPORTUNITYWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
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