About the role: 

The maintenance technician will repair and maintain all equipment in the factory, modify and install equipment as needed. The maintenance technician will report to the Maintenance Manager.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance for Barry Callebaut LLC operations.
• Support production by ensuring the safe and proper operation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment.
• Assist production with melting, refining, and other duties as requested by the production supervisor or lead operators.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including PLCs, I/Os, VFDs, motors, and pneumatic components.
• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs involving hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and gear reducers.
• Fabricate parts and perform welding on equipment when required.
• Generate, complete, and close work orders using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), ensuring accurate documentation of repairs and parts used.
• Coordinate and complete maintenance projects, occasionally working with external vendors.
• Follow all GMP, HACCP, and safety regulations and guidelines.
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks such as plumbing, painting, training new employees when needed, and other duties as assigned.

About you: 

• High school diploma or vocational diploma (or equivalent) with 2–4 years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience in a food production environment preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and excellent attendance record.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Knowledge of GMP and food safety standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, bending, kneeling, working at heights, and in high-temperature environments; basic computer and data entry skills required.

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.