R+D Technician

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Reus; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading chocolate and cocoa manufacturer in Reus, Spain is seeking a proactive Ci&TS (R&D) Technician. This role involves supporting product development, providing technical assistance, and managing pilot plant operations. Ideal candidates have a background in food science or chemistry and experience in the food industry. Join us in shaping innovation and sustainability in the cocoa and chocolate sector.

Servicios

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Access to wellbeing programs including psychological support

Flexible compensation options and other local perks

Formación

• Previous experience in a technical or R&D role within the food industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with pilot plant operations and customer-facing technical support.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical support to Sales and Customers by recommending products.
• Produce pilot samples using equipment in the Pilot Plant.
• Manage the sample room and participate in cross-functional meetings.
• Compile data and perform basic analysis.
• Support project execution and define production processes.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of chocolate and compound coating processes

Experience with lab and pilot equipment

Basic data analysis and reporting skills

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Passion for innovation and continuous improvement

Educación

Technical or vocational training in food science, chemistry, or related fields

Descripción del empleo

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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!

Location: Reus, Spain
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Ci&TS (R&D) Technician to join our team in Reus. This role supports our Product Experts Managers and Specialists in the development and optimization of compound coatings and fillings, contributing to innovation initiatives and product development projects.

You will play a key role in transforming ideas into tangible solutions for our customers, working in a dynamic market environment that demands agility, creativity, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Sales and Customers by recommending products and applications from our current portfolio.
• Produce pilot samples using equipment such as refiners, conche, ball mill, Stephan, chopper, and panning drum in the Pilot Plant.
• Manage the sample room, including express shipments, SRs closure, comments, and transport budget.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure proper handover to Production and QA for new or standard products.
• Compile data, perform basic analysis, and create reports on ongoing projects (e.g., panel tests, physical parameters, competitor samples).
• Support project execution by tracking milestones and contributing to decision-making processes.
• Define production processes and specifications focused on product safety and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams on the industrialization and transfer of new recipes.
• Calculate compensated recipes to support rework processes in production.
• Maintain pilot plant and sample room equipment in good working condition.

Profile Requirements

Education & Qualifications:

• Technical or vocational training in food science, chemistry, or related fields.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a technical or R&D role within the food industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with pilot plant operations and customer-facing technical support.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of chocolate and compound coating processes.
• Experience with lab and pilot equipment.
• Basic data analysis and reporting skills.
• Open-minded and solution-oriented.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

At Barry Callebaut, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven company focused on sustainability, innovation, and excellence. We offer:

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access to wellbeing programs includin psychological support, and coaching.
• Flexible compensation options and other local perks.

Interested in Joining Us?

If you're ready to contribute to exciting product innovations and support our customers with technical expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

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.