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Barry Callebaut Group

Plant Maintenance Manager (Asset Manager)

Barry Callebaut Group, Eddystone, Pennsylvania, United States

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Plant Maintenance Manager (Asset Manager) Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company that has embraced the vision to delight its customers while out-performing its competitors, a business that 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.

Location: Downingtown, PA | Salary: $118,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year

Responsibilities

Lead and coach

the maintenance team, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to perform their roles effectively. Develop team members by identifying skill gaps and providing training, mentoring, and growth opportunities to enhance their capabilities. Provide regular feedback and encourage cross-functional collaboration within the team, ensuring that each individual grows in their career while contributing to overall plant success.

Accountable for conducting timely

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

and

Corrective Maintenance (CM)

activities, ensuring the highest levels of efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Accountable for managing the maintenance budget,

ensuring all spending is aligned with business objectives and cost-saving initiatives, including

Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB).

Implementing Global Standards as well as overseeing the BCOS (Barry Callebaut Operating System) pillar work processes, particularly in

Autonomous Maintenance (AM)

and

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

to maximize operational uptime and asset lifetime.

Oversee maintenance efficiency by optimizing planning and scheduling processes in collaboration with the

Planner and Scheduler .

Collaborate with the

Reliability Engineer

to improve maintenance effectiveness by focusing on equipment reliability and lifecycle management.

Ensure consistency in asset management practices across all teams and locations, providing guidance and support as needed.

Provide direction and coordination between PM and CM functions.

About you

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related field.

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in asset management, maintenance leadership, or reliability engineering within a manufacturing environment (preferably in food manufacturing or processing).

Strong knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), and maintenance planning/scheduling methodologies.

Experience in managing maintenance OPEX budgets, including cost optimization and alignment with Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) principles.

Proven leadership skills with a focus on coaching and developing teams, driving performance improvement, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Proficient in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System), preferably IBM Maximo, and other asset management tools.

Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, operations, and global stakeholders.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform decision-making and optimize maintenance processes.

Fluent in the local language; additional language skills are a plus.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off, plus generous holiday time

Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility

An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC!

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.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing

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