Technical Manager (m/w/d)

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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!

About the role

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 master plan. The job holder will work with the PLT (Plant Leadership Team) and global functions: Asset Management, Engineering, Process Innovation, and COEs.

With this team, the Technical Manager will drive the reliability of equipment while gradually implementing standard processes that will generate greater efficiency and capacity of existing assets.

Key responsibilities include

• Setting and adhering to the budget for all Asset and facility-related spend for the site.
• Building a high-performing team and formalizing long-term development and succession plans.
• Managing capex projects according to the available standards in coordination with suppliers, global functions, and the operational streams.
• Holding accountability for the engineering master plan and executing line & asset-related technical improvements in line with BC's asset management policies and global standards.
• Leading standardization of maintenance procedures (planning & resources), asset life cycle management, M & R (Maintenance and Reliability) intelligence systems, and driving the digitization journey.
• Managing the capabilities development plan of his/her team while aiming for world-class cost control, zero breakdowns, and ensuring permanent compliance with food safety, environmental, food safety, and quality measures.
• Assuring business continuity, leading the site's carbon footprint reduction program, and reducing energy costs (optimal use of utilities and technology).
• Participating in technology platforms & sharing equipment-related knowledge to foster standardization and efficiency.
• Overseeing the execution of maintenance for utilities equipment, in line with suppliers’ recommendations, and BC global standards while adhering to local legislation.
• Overseeing the execution of maintenance on facilities (buildings, roads, security, waste flows, etc.) while assuring people's safety and food safety on-site.

About you

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering or similar.
• Experience with lean, TPM, Six Sigma, or similar operating systems.
• Knowledge and experience in digital systems supporting maintenance and engineering.
• Comfortable working with Microsoft and Google applications.
• Travel requirements: only from time to time to participate in international and regional meetings.
• 5+ years’ experience leading and managing large teams.
• Experience leading 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 his/her team to thrive under all circumstances.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comfortable with managing positive change.
• Self-starter and results-driven mindset.

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.