Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. is hiring: Manager, Production in Napa

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. Job Description Position title: Manager, Production Reporting to: Manager, Site Location: American Canyon, California 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. About the Role Under the direction of the Site Manager, the Production Manager will direct and implement operational strategies and objectives to ensure the achievement of site operational goals. Key Responsibilities Ensure a safe, healthy and positive environment Ensure all personnel safety rules are being followed, including accident reporting Ensure all GMP, FSSC 22000 and food safety regulations are being followed by all employees Develops and revises Operational Procedures and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards Implement and monitor food and safety programs for the production department; meeting all regulatory requirements for both Supervise plant operations for Liquid, Molding and packaging operations Coordinate and communicate scheduling for production activities for all shifts; coordinate vacation requests through Kronos Oversee production confirmation and KPI reporting in SAP Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls, and to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered Ensures products meet customer specification Coordinates production activities with other functions to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machinery, and equipment Compiles reviews and analyzes production, operational reports and dates to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications and operating or production problems Consults with engineering and maintenance relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products. Revises production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operating problems Coordinate and supervise training compliance for new hire and annual re-training activities Collaborates with the Process Controller in the development of work instructions and training plans Consults with supervisors, employees and Human Resources to resolve or effect settlement of employee concerns and ensures adherence to all respective legislation and company policies Support quality, supply chain and sanitation compliance Promotes and develops the leadership skills of the Supervisory Team Establishes continuous improvement strategies and processes to reduce waste, cycle time and hours utilization Implement and monitor food and safety programs for the production department; meeting all regulatory requirements for both Learn and provide coverage for the QA and Supply Chain functions when needed Requirements Bachelor’s degree in appropriate food science major and/or 10 years of relevant experience Three to four years specialized experience in food manufacturing Diversified background with strong technical, business, and managerial skills Computer experience in advanced Excel, SAP What We Offer Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits, and vacation time 12 paid holidays PLUS your birthday off! Collaborative atmosphere with like-minded individuals who are passionate about chocolate The ability to grow your career within an organization that values development and internal career growth 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr