Engineering and Maintenance Manager Location: Eddystone, PA, US, PA 19022 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 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. Core team roles include: The asset manager - leading the overall asset management program ensuring execution, reliability and digitalization to maximize overall effectiveness. The utilities & facilities manager - leading the maintenance of buildings, infra and utilities coordinating closely with the asset manager. The engineering projects manager – leading the capex and lumpsum projects portfolio for the site. With this team the technical manager will drive reliability of equipment while gradually implementing standard processes that will generate greater efficiency and capacity of existing assets. Key responsibilities include: While supporting the core operations teams in the daily operations, the technical manager and their team will develop and deploy a roadmap towards excellence in asset management. This 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. The role is new to the site. The Technical Manager will be a key member of the site-management team, accountable for: + Setting and adhering to the budget for all Asset and facility related spend for the site. + Building a high performing team and formalize long term development and succession plans + 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 the 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 (buildings, roads, security, waste flows etc.) while assuring people safety and food safety on site About you: + Bachelor or Master Degree in Engineering or similar + Experience of lean, TPM, six sigma or similar operating systems + Experience in Project Portfolio Management + Knowledge 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 communication (written and verbal) skills both upward and downward + Works well under pressure, enabling the team to thrive under all circumstances + Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities + Comfortable with managing positive change + Self-starter and results driven mindset + Minimum local language fluency plus English (advanced) + Travel requirements: Some travel required at the beginning of employment. Domestic travel is estimated at 4x per year. 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. 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. If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here. Were you missing anything in this job ad? Please share your feedback with us by clickinghere (https://app.talenthub.io/feedback/ad81b0fb66d2416990060452e7511e45?default\_lang=en) .