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Operations Supervisor - Distribution
Operations Supervisor - Distribution
Molding supervisor
About the role
Molding supervisor
**Location:**Chatham, CA, N7M 5J4
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. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!
Vacancy Status: Active vacancy (currently recruiting).
About the role:
The Molding Supervisor is responsible for operations, maintenance, planning and efficiencies of operating all lines in the production departments in a Lean Manufacturing environment. The Molding Supervisor has a strong commitment to food and employee safety and ensures compliance for both. Ongoing, consistent application and monitoring of BRC, HACCP, GMP and Health and Safety programs and regulations. The Molding Supervisor ensures food and employee safety in their daily routine.
Key responsibilities:
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Responsible for embedding and maintaining a "Safety First" mindset and ensuring compliance with food safety standards, GMP practices, and employee safety requirements.
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Communicate daily production schedules, expectations, and requirements to the team, ensuring alignment and follow-up on completion.
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Direct, monitor, and evaluate workforce performance, behaviors, and work areas, including coaching, discipline, and support when needed.
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Lead and promote continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging team participation and engagement.
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Oversee sanitation, preventive maintenance (PM), and production-related repairs, coordinating closely with maintenance teams across shifts.
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Ensure smooth production operations, including managing rework, minor repairs, and supporting hands-on activities when required.
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Coordinate effectively with other departments to address production needs and ensure operational continuity.
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Manage staffing activities, including scheduling, attendance tracking, time-off management, and maintaining accurate reports and timesheets.
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Identify training needs, develop and implement training programs (including OJT), and support employee development.
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Maintain operational accountability during shifts, including safety, security, inventory accuracy (SAP entries), documentation, and compliance with company procedures.
About you:
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College Diploma/Associate’s Degree in Food Science, Production Management or Business Administration
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Minimum 3 years of experience in a food manufacturing or industrial environment, including supervisory responsibility.
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Strong leadership, organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; SAP experience is considered an asset.
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Knowledge of Integrated Work Systems (IWS) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred.
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Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat and physical demands, including moving throughout the facility.
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Lift Truck experience is an asset.
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First Aid and CPR certification are an asset.
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WSIB Part 1 & 2 certification are an asset.
Compensation: Annual Range: $69,850 - $87,300 CAD
Working Hours: 6:45pm to 7:00am
Shift Details: Continental Night Shift
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. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
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About Barry Callebaut Group
With annual sales of about CHF 10.5 billion in fiscal year 2023/24, the Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to producing the finest chocolates, including chocolate fillings, decorations and compounds.
The Group runs more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse and dedicated global workforce of more than 13,000 people.
The Barry Callebaut Group serves the entire food industry, from industrial food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users of chocolate, such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants or caterers. The global brands catering to the specific needs of these Gourmet customers are Callebaut® and Cacao Barry®, Carma® and the decorations specialist Mona Lisa®.
The Barry Callebaut Group is committed to make sustainable chocolate the norm to help ensure future supplies of cocoa and improve farmer livelihoods. It supports the Cocoa Horizons Foundation in its goal to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future.