Technologist, Food Safety 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! About the role: 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. The Food Safety Technologist is a key member of the site's food safety management team, responsible for maintaining and supporting the food safety program at the Barry Callebaut Chatham facility in Ontario, Canada. This role involves overseeing daily food safety tasks, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, and effectively communicating with all levels of personnel. The Technologist must be able to manage multiple activities and urgent requests professionally while demonstrating a strong commitment to food and employee safety. Key responsibilities include: • Coordinate the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the food safety system and culture. • Investigate gaps in food safety programs, initiate corrective actions, and follow up on CAPA status. • Support FSMS implementation in collaboration with QA, operations, planning, warehouse, and external stakeholders. • Organize and assist in employee and contractor training programs (GMP, HACCP, Allergen, CCP, etc.). • Conduct CCP/OPRP verification & validation and support operations in investigating findings and deviations. • Participate in GMP and internal audits, ensuring CAPAs are implemented as needed. • Implement and maintain compliance with GFSI (FSSC) and third-party certifications (Kosher-Parve, Bonsucro, RSPO, UTZ). • Monitor HACCP, SOPs, allergens, and label control, including document verification and sign-off. • Oversee production activities to ensure compliance with GMP, PRPs, OPRPs, CPs, and CCPs. • Manage validation records for tools and equipment cleaning. • Coordinate Foreign Body Tool Box, Dairy-Free Swab monitoring, and change-over flush programs. • Act as a backup for the Food Safety Supervisor and perform additional tasks as assigned by the Food Safety Supervisor & Sr. QA Manager. About you: • University graduate or College diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, or related science discipline. • Minimum 1-3 years experience in managing & implementing HACCP based food safety systems in the food manufacturing industry. • International HACCP alliance accredited HACCP certified. • PCQI and internal auditor certificate will be additional assets. • SQF Practitioner and internal auditor certificate will be additional assets. • Knowledge of designing, implementing and managing GMP and HACCP Food Safety Plan in a food manufacturing industry. • Experience in GFSI (BRC/SQF/FSSC 22000), Kosher, regulatory audits are highly desirable. • Working knowledge of manufacturing data systems such as SAP, Salesforce and DMS. • High level of computer competency (SAP, Microsoft Office). • Excellent communication skills. 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 Chatham site. 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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