Operator III, Production (Molding)

Operator III, Production (Molding)

Location: American Canyon, US

Barry Callebaut is on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC's Values and of course loving chocolate.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Production Lead, the Production Operator III will be responsible to check the cleanliness and proper functioning of your equipment, placing the parameters in equipment according to specifications and procedures for the preparation of chocolate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure the cleaning and optimum condition of the equipment before and/or during production.
• Ensure that there are no differences between the material used and that requested to produce.
• Elaborate products according to specification and procedures.
• Perform tempering test using the chocometer and record results.
• Know the quality standards of the different products.
• Know the operation of each depositor.
• Monitor the weight of finished product required by each product and register it.
• Take product samples for laboratory and record them.
• Perform the cleaning of the screen and magnets and record them.
• Always have your complete cleaning kit, in good condition and in your assigned area.
• Move product to the warehouse with pallet jack.
• Follow priorities set up by the Leader.
• Use of rework melter.
• Notify the leader in charge of any anomaly that is outside the procedure.
• Turn off equipment when they are not in operation.
• 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.
• Follow Lead direction to support department priorities and needs.
• Firmly follow the GMP's.

Education: High school diploma or equivalency.

Work Experience: Minimum 3 year of production manufacturing experience. Experience driving forklift is a plus.

Additional Requirements: Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to operate material handling equipment. Good organization, math, written and oral communication, detail oriented, interpersonal skills. Self-motivated, must work autonomously with a minimum of supervision. Must be able to adhere to all GMP and food safety rules. Detail & results oriented. Ability to lift at least 25 Kg (50 Lbs.) Available for overtime when required. Available to work on the weekends.

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.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive compensation (starting at $25 per hour) package including salary, benefits, and vacation time
• 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

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.