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BARRY CALLEBAUT

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position title: Production Supervisor

Reporting to:Manager, Production

Location: St. Albans, VT

About the role:

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BCs Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations and projects for production

Key responsibilities include:

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements

Supervise Change Over Coordinators, Shift Coordinators and Operators

Audit shift performance of molding, retail, CCC and receiving areas including startups and item changes

Investigate safety concerns raised by employees and regular daily site inspection

Evaluate line performance based on daily speed verification to the standard. Drive correction and increase line performance

Review finished product including packaging, appearance and code legality

Drive decrease waste/rework and yield management programs

Investigate customer complaints with root cause analysis and implement corrective action

Drive improved quality and production standards for department products

Ensure proper operation of all department equipment

Implement cost cutting measures when appropriate

Perform all communications necessary for smooth transitional shift performance

Ensures KPIs and other visual management boards are maintained

Identifies and address non-compliance, looking for continuous improvement opportunities. Ensures all operational processes are carried out and in accordance with quality systems and procedures

Identify training needs and ensure all employees are trained/cross trained including agency staffing

Evaluate employee performance and document

Complete First Report of Injury forms

Administer weekly employee time cards

Conduct employment interviews and aide in the hiring decision

About you:

High school diploma or GED, required

Bachelors degree in Engineering or other related field, preferred

Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a chocolate making and/or food-manufacturing environment

Minimum two (2) years experience people leadership experience

Ability to stand for long periods of time on concrete floor

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Long periods of computer usage; finger dexterity and hand movement for use of keyboard and mouse, repetitive motion

Kneel, squat, bend, stoop; frequently

Push/pull up to 50 lbs using assisted equipment

Ability to walk up and down stairs, frequently

Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures

Noise level can exceed .85 decibels

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. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Womens Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!

[]{#_gjdgxs}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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religio