Ferrara, a company related to The Ferrero Group, is an emerging powerhouse in the North American confections and sweet snacking categories. A passionate team of more than 6,000 employees works together to share delight in every bite through leading brands that have shaped the industry for more than 100 years.

This opportunity is in the greater Chicago area, relocation assistance is not included.

Do you enjoy challenges in improving operational and equipment efficiencies and see your recommendations and work turn into results and successes? Look into Ferrara today!

Want to make an impact?

The Continuous Improvement Manager drives site initiatives to improve operational and equipment efficiencies as well as deliver cost savings by building capability in manufacturing methodologies, systems, and tools. Methodologies will include but are not limited to: safety (personnel and food), product quality, leadership, service the business, sources of loss, unit cost, and employee methods ad performance.

Ways you will make a difference​​​​​​​

• Deploys strategic methodologies, systems, and tools including Autonomous Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, SMED, Problem Solving, Green Belt/Black Belt Project, and Process Mapping to deliver site OEE and cost savings goals
• Drives and supports cost ideations and diagnostics, along with tracking projects for visibility
• Provides tracking and regular communication to various plant functions and teams regarding Manufacturing Reliability progress
• Integrates system health and project monitoring into current structure (COE meetings, Operational Reviews) to ensure sustainability of improvements
• Identifies and troubleshoot chronic and sporadic losses by engaging and collaborating with hourly personnel and supervisors. Drives losses to zero using SPC, Six Sigma and other lean principles
• Utilizes systems and tools to deliver a reduction in minor stops and breakdowns
• Drives restoration to base condition of bottleneck equipment through AM and PM execution (CILs, Centerlines, Defect Identification, 5S, Visual Management)
• Builds capability in the PM team to effectively plan, schedule, and execute work; install and sustain the Breakdown Elimination and equipment classification systems
• Identifies and implements new technology improvements
• Builds capability by developing and executing training for operations, leadership and plant associates on methodologies, systems, and tools
• Supports plant implementation of AM and PM by coaching supervisors/ managers to ensure their capability to lead work teams
• Promotes a change of culture within the group/site – especially at the front-line level
• Lead and coach projects that align with key priorities and help develop strategic plans to ensure that manufacturing sites achieve their goals
• Utilize and analyze data to make informed decisions that help support business needs
• Other duties as assigned

Skills that will make you successful​​​​​​​

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Analytically minded
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to plan and manage priorities
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams across all levels of the organization
• Ability to influence without authority
• Building effective relationships amongst all levels of the organization
• Being a change management agent

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or technical/business field
• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of leadership experience and managing direct reports
• Experience leading continuous improvement projects (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Food manufacturing background preferred
• General knowledge of ERP systems; SAP experience preferred
• Formal Lean Six Sigma experience preferred
• Willingness and ability to travel to our manufacturing sites, largely located in the Chicago area

Our diverse portfolio of nearly 35 brands includes SweeTARTS®, Trolli®, BRACH'S®, Black Forest® and NERDS®, along with iconic favorites like Lemonhead®, Red Hots® and Now and Later®. Ferrara also manages the Keebler® and Famous Amos® businesses for The Ferrero Group.  Headquartered in Chicago, Ferrara has an operational network of 20 locations in North America that includes manufacturing, distribution and R&D facilities. Learn more at www.ferrarausa.com.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,520.44 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bellwood, IL 60104: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Continuous improvement: 3 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• SAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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