Senior Mechanic; PLC​/Control Tech

At Ferrara, Ferrero, Fox’s Burton’s, and The Fine Biscuits Company, we’re loved by people of all generations for the joy we bring—and that joy is crafted by our people. Join us and explore a whole world to discover, where your passion will find its place.

Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S, with global sales in more than 40 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,000 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products.

In the U.S., more than 67 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co have earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s.

A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago. Ferrara boasts a network of over 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.

Position requiresability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Core hours: 1pm-9:30pm

As Senior Mechanic (PLC/Control Tech), you will lead the troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and optimization of automated manufacturing and packaging equipment. You will utilize advanced mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting skills to minimize downtime, improving equipment reliability to support production goals. This role serves as a technical resource for the maintenance team by diagnosing complex equipment issues, programming and modifying control systems while ensuring compliance with all food safety, and quality standards.

• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Complete timely breakdown analysis reports and implement effective root cause analysis to prevent recurrence of failures.
• Install new machinery and/or equipment by installing utilities to and between machines and equipment using hand and power tools and test equipment.
• Repair electrical systems and equipment by diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures; determining faulty wiring; inspecting and testing malfunctioning machinery.
• Repair and replace faulty electrical components by using testing equipment and hand tools to install relays, switches, motors, printed circuit boards, and position-sensing devices.
• Troubleshoot and maintain equipment including but not limited to: high-speed horizontal and vertical carton machines, bag machines, and related equipment such as pumps, conveyors, printers, tapers, etc.
• Rebuild machinery as wear and tear occurs.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance per established PM program.
• Fabricate and repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, GMP and safety standards; ensure adherence with AIB, SQF and other relevant standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara Candy Company business objectives.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities, as well as a working knowledge of machinery repair practices, shop practices, use of hand and power tools, and electrical testing instruments.
• Knowledge of electrical and…