Refiner Assistant

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 BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Refiner Assistant works with the Chocolate Operators to run the plant refiners.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Responsible for the care, operation and safety of the equipment in the Chocolate Manufacturing Dept.
• Receive production orders from Production Supervisor, Production Manager, QA and R&D
• Responsible for any duties to assist on the floor the chocolate operator in charge of the refiners
• Assist DIDS operations as needed
• Must be able to perform tasks of the pre-refiners , refiner and Dry Ingredient Dump Station operator positions ( including paperwork and HACCP checks)
• Must be able to perform sampling, testing and measuring of the refiner’s flakes and makes adjustment for products to meet specifications
• Make production checks to control quality and adjust the formulation accordingly
• Has responsibility for the sanitary cleaning of the food contacts areas, such as (and not limited too) refiners, belts conveyors

About you:

• High School Education or equivalent
• Must be a results oriented individual, who thrives on situations involving pressure
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the equipment and its operation within 30 days of actively training on the job
• Must obtain forklift certification as soon as possible after receiving position
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• 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 Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• 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.