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 requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.
Core Hours: 10:00pm-6:30amWant to make an impact?The Maintenance Technican, reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, maintain, and repair food processing and packaging equipment. Including packaging filling and sealing machines, bucket scales, conveyors, motors, robotics, hoists, sorters, labelers, scanners, roller beds,



and utility equipment utilizing predictive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the factory business goals and objectives.
Ways you will make a differenceMaintain and repair food processing and packaging equipment and associated componentsInstalls and maintains gearboxes, shafts, bearings, bushings, sprockets, sheaves, belts, and general mechanical equipment. Performs equipment lubricationInstalls and maintains electric motors, motor starters, sensors, switches, and general electric/electronic devicesTroubleshoots and maintains pneumatic and hydraulic systemsAnalyzes mechanical operations of production equipment and initiates maintenance and repair actions as neededUses Computerized Maintenance Management System to report completed workGenerates parts requisitions using parts inventory control systemCompletes preventive maintenance routines as assignedIdentifies root cause of problems. Proposes and implements solutionsThis

job description
is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Skills that will make you successfulStrong mechanical aptitudeAble to perform precision alignment of pumps, motors, gearboxes, sprockets, and sheavesAbility to perform basic electrical troubleshootingAbility to read schematics, blueprints, and equipment manualsAble to work with minimum supervision and be results driven, proactive,



able to work effectively individually and within a teamExcellent communication skills, able to clearly articulate issues, opportunities and riskAbility to analyze problems and error conditions, identify root causes, and implement viable long-term solutionsAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondenceAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometryAbility to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situationsExperiences that will support your successExperience with troubleshooting and maintaining pneumatic systems, air compressors, hydraulic systems, mechanical power, pumps, gearboxes, valves, heat exchangers, and mechanical componentsPackaging, Bottling, Air Craft Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial repair facility, Sheet metal shop, and/or installation experience preferredExperience completing preventive maintenance activitiesWelding experience preferred (MIG, TIG)Versed in lock-out/tag-out proceduresHigh school Diploma/GED Minimum 2 years of industrial mechanical experience or completion of craft apprenticeship or an Associate's Degree in a maintenance-related fieldEquivalent combination of education and paid on the job experience in an industrial maintenance shop will be considered. Must have strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, and be familiar with common shop equipment and tools. Have basic electrical knowledge, be

📌 Maintenance Technician 3rd Shift (Bologna)
🏢 Ferrara
📍 Bologna