RTO (Production Supervisor)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 3, 2026. Ferrero scores A on the Alion truth index.
About the Role:
The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing and guiding operators/leads, for their activities for assigned area/shift in the execution of production and/or logistics plans (receiving, processing, mixing, baking, packaging, shipping, etc.), shift change management and communication, daily production standards and labor reconciliation.
Participate in the development of and implements plans and policies to ensure compliance in all areas of responsibility. Operates production lines in accordance with FDA guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP/SQF program guidelines.
The incumbent is required to work effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment, understands and meets internal and external business needs with professionalism and a sense of urgency.
Ability to execute to plan in any of the production or warehouse areas/shifts. Possess leadership and communication ability which encourages teamwork and idea generation while remaining focused on results and process improvement.
Schedule:
- Ability to work any shift on a rotational basis (1st, 2nd or 3rd shift)
- This position may require approximately 5% travel and work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays.
Main Responsibilities:
BUDGET PREPARATION
- Coordination of process for setting industrial cost standards (bill of materials, labor, etc.) for the Production Unit budget.
- Prepares, in coordination with the departments, the yearly budget by cost center.
- Advanced preparation of documentation and compilation of data.
- Supports the Head of Production Unit in creating the budget proposals.
- Presents the budget to the Central Operations Office.
INDUSTRIAL COSTS/TRANSFER PRICE/ANALYSIS
- Prepares and performs the standard cost and the product transfer price calculations
- Ensures ongoing analysis of progress and variance of resources used in production and production efficiency.
- Prepares the related periodic reports
- Perform regular cost analysis to highlight trends and area of attention to guide the Plant Manager and his Team for short- and long-term actions with the aim of preserving the profitability
WRITE OFF (DESTRUCTIONS) ANALYSIS (MONTHLY)
- Monitors posted material movements other than production consumption and verifies that supporting documentation is issued and approved.
- Prepares related periodic reports.
- Coordinates the quarterly process of assessing the accrual to cover obsolescence risk
CAPITAL PROJECTS & FIXED ASSET MANAGEMENT
- Cooperates with Investment project dept to prepare the correct WBS structure for the projects under construction.
- Cooperates with Administration and Maintenance dept to prepare the new fixed asset activation and assignment to SAP fixed asset register.
- Supports administration in periodic fixed assets stock taking and fixed asset book verification
- Supports administration in case of fixed asset dismissal and write off
COST SIMULATION & NEW PROJECTS
- Performs cost simulations and new projects cost calculation when the BU is studying the launch of a new product or SKU
- Performs cost simulations to evaluate a new production flow, a different shifting pattern, or a revised production sequence.
About You:
- Bachelors Degree and 3 to 5 years experience.
- Effective communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage complexity.
- Proven ability to effectively manage people.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others.
- Processing, packing and mechanical experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with SAP
- Demonstrated ability to manage complexity.
- Proven ability to effectively manage people.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others.
- Processing, packing and mechanical experience.
- Passionate about Safety! Recognize safety hazards and prevent them from ever becoming safety incidents.
- Passionate about product Quality! Bring consumers delight with every bite.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.
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About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.
Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.