Chocolate Processing Excellence Lead

Catalina Crunch; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Catalina Crunch, a fast-growing food company located in Lebanon, Indiana, is seeking a Technical Process Expert. In this on-site role, you will drive operational efficiency and product quality through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies in chocolate processing. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or related fields, with 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing and a strong understanding of chocolate processing techniques. Benefits include 401(k) matching and company-paid insurance. Shift flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing with confectionery production preferred.
• Strong understanding of chocolate processing including refining, conching, tempering, and molding preferred.
• Flexibility to work different shifts or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Enhance operational efficiency and product quality using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Monitor and optimize critical process parameters in chocolate production.
• Train production supervisors on chocolate processing techniques.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Data analysis tools

Lean methodology

Six Sigma

Chocolate processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Job description

Catalina Crunch, a fast-growing food company located in Lebanon, Indiana, is seeking a Technical Process Expert. In this on-site role, you will drive operational efficiency and product quality through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies in chocolate processing. The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Science or related fields, with 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing and a strong understanding of chocolate processing techniques. Benefits include 401(k) matching and company-paid insurance. Shift flexibility may be required.