Supervisor, Production(D)

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 BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

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

SHIFT HOURS:  Thursday 1:00am - 7:15am and Thursday Friday and Saturday 7:00pm - 7:15am.  

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.

• 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 KPI’s 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
• Bachelor’s 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 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.