About the role
The Production–Liquid Operator role requires a strong combination of technical ability, food‑safety awareness, communication skills, and mechanical aptitude to ensure safe and efficient transformation of raw materials into finished liquid products.
Key responsibilities
Technical & Equipment Operation Skills
- Ability to enter and follow production recipes accurately according to schedule.
- Skilled in adjusting pre‑refiners, refiners, and conch temperatures to meet recipe and customer specifications.
- Proficiency in adding fats, flavours, and emulsifiers following established formulations.
- Ability to pump product between processing equipment and finished tanks safely and efficiently.
- Experience operating PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems.
- Competence in performing quality checks, including fineness testing and monitoring CCPs.
- Ability to perform basic and preventative maintenance and identify issues requiring further repair.
- Food Safety & Compliance Skills
- Strong understanding of HACCP, CCP documentation, and food safety regulations.
- Ability to perform and document HACCP, Quality, and Safety checks consistently.
- Knowledge of sanitation procedures, including maintaining cleanliness of production rooms and compliance with sanitation schedules.
- Commitment to employee safety protocols and safe handling of materials.
- Systems & Documentation Skills
- Ensure compliance to BCOS (Barry Callebaut Operating System) – TPM/Lean Manufacturing
- Experience with SAP for production, inventory, and data entry tasks.
- Ability to track inventory, clean magnets, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Strong attention to detail for completing production records, logs, and shift documentation.
- Communication & Teamwork Skills
- Ability to effectively communicate production status to incoming shift personnel for seamless changeovers.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with Shift Lead, Cell 1, Cell 3 and maintenance.
- Capacity to follow instructions and communicate operational needs or maintenance issues promptly.
- Mechanical & Troubleshooting Skills
- Mechanical aptitude to identify and correct minor equipment issues.
- Awareness of when to escalate mechanical problems to the Shift Lead or maintenance team.
- Physical & Operational Skills
- Comfortable working in a food manufacturing environment, including prolonged standing, lifting, operating processing equipment, and working in hot conditions.
- Capable of maintaining workflow in a fast‑paced, schedule‑driven production environment.
About you
You are a safety-focused, detail-oriented manufacturing professional with experience in food production and process operations. You have a strong understanding of production equipment, quality standards, and food safety requirements, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in Food Processing, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field is considered an asset.
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
- Experience operating production equipment, PLC systems, and working with SAP or similar manufacturing systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with HACCP principles, CCP monitoring, and food safety regulations.
Technical Skills
- Ability to accurately enter and execute production recipes according to schedule.
- Experience adjusting processing equipment, including pre-refiners, refiners, and conches, to meet product specifications.
- Skilled in adding ingredients according to approved formulations and transferring product safely between processing equipment and finished tanks.
- Ability to perform quality checks, fineness testing, and basic preventative maintenance.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues and escalate concerns when necessary.
Communication & Teamwork
- Effective communicator who can provide clear shift handovers and production updates.
- Collaborative team player who works well with production, maintenance, and leadership teams.
- Able to follow established procedures while proactively identifying operational improvements and concerns.
Work Environment
- Comfortable working in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to production equipment, noise, and varying temperatures, including warm processing areas.
- Able to stand for extended periods, lift materials as required, and perform repetitive tasks safely.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
- Committed to maintaining high standards of housekeeping, sanitation, and workplace safety.
Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.
