Job Description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Manufacturing
The Role
$7,500 Sign on! The responsibility of this program is for trainees to learn the proven aspects of people leadership in a food manufacturing environment. Specifically, individuals will develop strong leadership and functional skills in such areas as continuous improvement/lean manufacturing, food production, material handling and processing and inventory storage and distribution.
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this position, to be considered for an interview you must complete an online application at
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About Us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny , Halo Top , Bomb Pop , and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand , Baby Ruth , Nutella and Kinder Bueno .
Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees , across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars . Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero's global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people-and their experience-sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at
What We Offer
At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Manufacturing
The Role
$7,500 Sign on! The responsibility of this program is for trainees to learn the proven aspects of people leadership in a food manufacturing environment. Specifically, individuals will develop strong leadership and functional skills in such areas as continuous improvement/lean manufacturing, food production, material handling and processing and inventory storage and distribution.
What You'll Do
- Supports corporate strategy by assisting the development of team and individual goals, objectives, operational standards, and expectations for Safety, Quality and Productivity.
- Builds collaborative partnerships within departmental lines to achieve departmental and team results.
- Advocates change and supports continued process improvement. Provides insight and ideas in encouraging others to try new approaches to solve day to day opportunities and key business issues.
- Supervises a designated work group by fostering a culture of continued learning and development.
- Drives individual accountability and ownership of results. Fosters accountability for direct reports in the areas of safety, quality, delivery and cost.
- Enforces compliance with company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
- Understands business processes and executes direction based upon business priority and strategy under the guidance of management.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelors Degree in a related field preferred or commensurate experience.
- Experience in line operation and manufacturing practices strongly preferred. Previous leadership experience helpful.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment, systems and tools, as well as productivity principles and practices.
- Familiarity with Continuous Improvement (CI) Principles, Production Processes, Quality tools, Material flow and management.
- Knowledgeable in the areas of safe work practices and GMPs.
- Previous indirect experience with effective labor planning and scheduling.
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this position, to be considered for an interview you must complete an online application at
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About Us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny , Halo Top , Bomb Pop , and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand , Baby Ruth , Nutella and Kinder Bueno .
Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees , across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars . Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero's global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people-and their experience-sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at
What We Offer
At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.