Barry Callebaut Group · 14 hours ago
Manager, Production
American Canyon, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $155K/yr
3+ years expBarry Callebaut Group is a leading company in the chocolate manufacturing industry, seeking a Production Manager. The role involves directing operational strategies, ensuring compliance with safety and food regulations, and supervising production activities to meet operational goals.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Ensure a safe, healthy and positive environment
Ensure all personnel safety rules are being following, including accident reporting
Ensure all GMP, FSSC 22000 and food safety regulations are being followed by all employees
Develops and revises Operational Procedures and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards
Implement and monitor food and safety programs for the production department; meeting all regulatory requirements for both
Supervise plant operations for Liquid, Molding and packaging operations
Coordinate and communicate scheduling for production activities for all shifts; coordinate vacation requests through Kronos
Oversee production confirmation and KPI reporting in SAP
Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls, and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered
Ensures products meet customer specification
Coordinates production activities with other functions to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machinery, and equipment
Compiles reviews and analyzes production, operational reports and dates to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems
Consults with engineering and maintenance relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products. Revises production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operating problems
Coordinate and supervise training compliance for new hire and annual re-training activities
Collaborates with the Process Controller in the development of work instructions and training plans
Consults with supervisors, employees and Human Resources to resolve or effect settlement of employee concerns and ensures adherence to all respective legislation and company policies
Support quality, supply chain and sanitation compliance
Promotes and develops the leadership skills of the Supervisory Team
Establishes continuous improvement strategies and processes to reduce waste, cycle time and hours utilization
Implement and monitor food and safety programs for the production department; meeting all regulatory requirements for both
Learn and provide coverage for the QA and Supply Chain functions when needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in appropriate food science major and/or 10 years of relevant experience
Three to four years specialized experience in food manufacturing
Diversified background with strong technical, business, and managerial skills
Computer experience in advanced Excel, SAP
Knowledge in Continuous Improvement methodologies
Self-starter who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Detail & results oriented
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· $328.8M
2024-06-10Post Ipo Debt· $753.44M
Leadership Team
Peter Vanneste
Group CFO
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Ciptadi Sukono
Managing Director for Indonesia
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