Production Associate II

About the role

Barry Callebaut is a global organization committed to excellence in chocolate manufacturing, sustainability, and innovation. As a leading player in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions, we seek passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, dedicated to continuous learning and embodying our core values. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute safe, compliant, and efficient material handling and production/packaging operations.
• Maintain product quality and food safety (GMP, HACCP, regulatory compliance).
• Ensure accurate inventory control, logistics flow, and documentation.
• Support end-to-end supply chain operations (receiving → processing → packaging → shipping).

Safety & Compliance

• Follow GMP (5S, Cleanliness), HACCP, OSHA standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Complete safety checklists and training.
• Daily (operations, PPE, behavior), Monthly (safety training completion).
• Full ownership at individual level; accountable for zero incidents.

Quality Assurance & Product Integrity

• Inspect materials (damage, weight, sealing).
• Monitor metal detectors.
• Monitor and clean Magnets, sieves, filters.
• Perform sampling and QA handoff.
• Daily / per batch / per shipment. First-line quality verification.
• Compliance with food safety standards.

Material Handling & Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts, move raw materials, WIP, and finished goods as needed.
• Direct execution; high physical interaction.
• Expectation for Zero material movement errors.

Production Support

• Feed packaging lines.
• Perform cake dumping into silos.
• Collaborate with Line Operator, daily on continuous operation.
• Direct operational execution, expectation to Correct material-to-silo alignment and Continuous supply to avoid downtime.

Documentation & Recordkeeping

• Record material movements (SAP).
• Maintain manual logs and SAP entries.
• Track finished goods movements.
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation, Daily / per transaction.
• Full accountability for accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Computer Literacy preferred (SAP Exposure and basic Microsoft Office Package knowledge is beneficial).
• Able to understand and communicate in English.
• Forklift Operation (certification preferred).
• Basic equipment operation (exposed to manufacturing processes).
• Basic understanding of troubleshooting.
• Inventory and Recordkeeping understanding.
• Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, able to stand and remain on their feet 12 Hours shifts.
• Work in a non-climate control environment. Temperature can rise to 130°F on certain areas.
• Comfortable working on environments with exposure to cocoa dust, debris, grease, and slippery surfaces.
• Candidate should be punctual and reliable, shift starts at 5:45 (am/pm depending on Shift) and finishes at 6:00 (pm/am depending on Shift).

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off.
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility.
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature.
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth.
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.