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R&D Pilot Plant Specialist

Location: 

Lodz, PL, 94-406

At Barry Callebaut, we are 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 very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

Are you passionate about turning ideas into chocolate reality? Join Barry Callebaut as a R&D Pilot Plant Specialist, where innovation meets craftsmanship!

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Run and monitor pilot-scale production and application trials (tempering, molding, etc.)
  • Adjust raw materials and parameters to ensure perfect results every time
  • Perform lab analyses (rheology, fineness, moisture) to guarantee quality standards
  • Plan daily operations, assign tasks, and support your team in achieving production goals
  • Manage materials, inventory, and data in SAP, Salesforce, and other systems
  • Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure safety, hygiene, and quality compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Technical, R&D) to solve challenges and drive improvement
  • Represent the Pilot Plant in meetings and train new team members

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Degree in Food Science, Gastronomy, or related field (preferably confectionery)
  • 2+ years of experience in food, confectionery, or chemical industry
  • Strong computer and database skills (MS Office, SAP, Salesforce)
  • Fluent English
  • Hands-on approach, precision, and innovation mindse
  • Electrical certification (SEP) and sanitary clearance preferred

 

We offer:

  • Employment on a regular basis in the sweetest company in the world.
  • Annual bonus based on your work results.
  • Private medical care in Lux Med (basic package fully financed by BC).
  • Fit Profit sports card co-financed by BC.
  • PPE: we care about your future, and we save money for your retirement.
  • Vacation subsidy as part of the Social Fund.
  • Group life insurance.
  • Parking space on the premises.
  • Chocolate! Yes, surprising but we have chocolate in the office, for Christmas, and many other occasions during the year.
  • More chocolate: every quarter we get a chocolate deputation.

 

Why Join Us:
At Barry Callebaut, you’ll work with cutting-edge technology, passionate people, and the world’s best chocolate. Bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the tools to make it real. 🍫

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here.

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