Barry Callebaut Group · 23 hours ago
Lead, Production
American Canyon, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $30/hr
3+ years expBarry Callebaut is a global organization committed to sustainability and innovation in manufacturing and supply chain solutions. The Production Lead will coordinate daily shift operations, support efficient equipment operation, enforce safety and quality standards, and facilitate team meetings.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Responsible for supporting and improving efficient equipment operation, training, organization, personnel issues, employment placement on each shift
Organization of day-to-day operations of shift including troubleshooting as needed
Ensure correct completion of all shift paperwork
Enforce company policies, safety standards, GMP standards and HACCP
Coach and support each team member and facilitate team meetings as needed. Including employee and temporary employee work assessments
Cross train to be able to work in both areas of Molding and Chocolate Production
Coordinate daily shift operations
Audit shift and employee performance through SWF (Standard Work Form)
Participate in shift meeting
Review MUV report daily
Oversee line performance for quality, remelt and rates
Perform quality checks of product and advice on how to solve issues
Fill in for other Lead/Supervisor as needed
Notify the Supervisor in charge of any anomaly that is outside the procedure
Respect the safety rules and take care of yourself and your colleagues respecting and following the safety procedures in force in the company
Report unsafe acts and conditions
Participate of mandatory trainings
Commit to fulfill the expectations of quality and service of the clients, as well as the current regulatory compliance applicable to the food industry
Responsible for reporting any situation of potential or real danger to your superior and the Quality department
Keep the area, tools and equipment in your care clean and tidy
Clean floors and hallways in your area and support other areas when required
Firmly follow the GMP’s
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 year of production manufacturing experience, ideally in the Food Manufacturing industry
Excellent problem solving skills
Computer skills; Excel and SAP, required
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to operate material handling equipment
Good organization, math, written and oral communication, detail orientated, interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, must work autonomously with a minimum of supervision
Must be able to adhere to all GMP and food safety rules
Ability to lift at least 25 Kg (50 Lbs.)
Available for overtime when required
Available to work on the weekends
Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the facility
Preferred
Mechanical ability/aptitude, a plus
Experience driving forklift is a plus
Detail & results oriented
Teamwork: Cooperation, being assisted, participating in group activities
Initiative / Proactivity: Do more than expected in its position, carrying ideas for improvement and actively participate in its implementation
Customer orientation: Focus our efforts on meeting our clients' needs
Respect: Respect our colleagues and the company
Benefits
12 paid holidays PLUS your birthday off!
Collaborative atmosphere with like-minded individuals who are passionate about chocolate
The ability to grow your career within an organization that values development and internal career growth
Company
Barry Callebaut Group
With annual sales of about CHF 14.8 billion in fiscal year 2024/25, the Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading solutions provider of high-quality chocolate experiences across the full spectrum of chocolate, cocoa, cacao coatings and non-cocoa alternatives – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to crafting premium chocolates, fillings and decorations.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.91B2025-02-13Post Ipo Debt· $1.83B
2025-01-14Post Ipo Debt· $328.76M
2024-06-10Post Ipo Debt· $753.44M
Leadership Team
Peter Vanneste
Group CFO
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Ciptadi Sukono
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