Technical Manager

Barry Callebaut Group provided pay range

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$115.00/yr - $155.00/yr

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 Technical Manager leads a team that drives end to end technical performance in the area of asset management, assuring maximum value creation as part of the site's masterplan. The job holder will work with the PLT (Plant Leadership Team) and global functions:
Asset Management, Engineering, Process Innovation and COE's.

While supporting the core operations teams in the daily operations, the technical manager and his team will develop and deploy a roadmap towards excellence in asset management. which will unlock additional capacity in the factory and optimize costs. The focus on local standardization, leveraging internal best practices and implementation of BC's latest standards and technologies will bring the factory to the next level.

• Building a high performing team and formalize long term development and succession plans
• Setting and adhering to the budget for all Asset and facility related spend for the site.
• Manage capex projects according to the available standards in coordination with suppliers, global functions and the operational streams
• Holds the accountability for the engineering master plan and executes line & asset related technical improvements in line with BC's asset management policies and global standards
• Leads standardization of maintenance procedures (planning & resources), asset life cycle management, M & R (Maintenance and Reliability) intelligence systems and drives the digitization journey
• Manages the capabilities development plan of his/her team while aiming for world class cost control, zero breakdown and ensuring permanent compliance with food safety, environmental, food safety and quality measures.
• Assures business continuity, leads the site's carbon footprint reduction program, and reduces the energy costs (optimal use of utilities and technology)
• Participates in technology platforms & share equipment related knowledge to foster standardization and efficiency
• Oversees the execution of maintenance for utilities equipment, in line with suppliers’ recommendations, BC global standards while adhering to local legislations
• Oversees the execution of maintenance on facility’s (buildings, roads, security, waste flows etc.) while assuring people safety and food safety on site
• Must promote a safe working environment and good GMP’s
• Works within all regulatory requirements
• Conducting safety audits and on-site inspections to identify workplace hazards and unsafe equipment, working practices or working conditions
• Investigating incidents by conducting comprehensive Root Cause Analysis and developing and implementing action plans;
• Research, evaluate, and recommend changes to technology, equipment, systems, or processes that will improve the organization’s performance.
• Perform all other related duties as requested

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering or similar
• Experience of lean, TPM, six sigma or similar operating systems
• Knowledge ce:and experience of digital systems supporting maintenance and engineering
• Comfortable working with Microsoft and Google applications

• 5+ years’ experience leading and managing large teams
• Has lead maintenance and engineering departments
• Technically astute and understands various types of equipment, systems and facilities.
• Understands all aspects of product manufacturing and operational protocols (e.g. GMP, HACCP etc.)
• Excellent…