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 Lead Maintenance Technician will be responsible for facilitation and leadership to maintain, install, modify, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, rebuild, and dismantle all types of complex manufacturing and support equipment. This role will also be responsible for coaching, mentoring, auditing and facilitating others in applying knowledge of maintenance to the improvement of safety, quality, delivery, cost and culture. The lead Maintenance Technician will have Maintenance Technicians on their shift reporting to them.

Key responsibilities include: 

 Lead a shift of Maintenance Technicians, coordinating and prioritizing the workload of the team.

 

Liaising and collaborating with production supervisors and leads as well as Planning, Quality and Safety teams where necessary.

 

Lead and coordinate emergency repair situations minimizing downtime, including liaising with external contractors directly and internal teams, especially during out of hours periods.

 

 Champion, coordinate, and execute process improvement initiatives and projects.

 

Coach, train, and advise technicians, operators, or other personnel as required in maintenance best practices.

 

Assist in ensuring legislative and audit compliance and readiness for the department.

 

Review and monitor team members CMMS reporting for completeness and accuracy, including inventory tasks.

 

 Assist in the planning and distribution of PM activities.

 

 

About you:

 

Minimum of 10 years work experience in an industrial manufacturing maintenance related field, required. Additional technical training in lubrication, mechanical, and electrical skills, preferred. Ability to communicate orally and in writing as well as proven problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent attendance and safety record. Experience using computerized maintenance Management Systems and understanding of Microsoft office and Google systems. Must be able to work overtime and during Holiday shut-downs when necessary.

 

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Paid time off, plus 12 paid holidays, 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.