Operator II, Production

Barry Callebaut Group; American Canyon (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Vacation time

Birthday off

Collaborative atmosphere

Career growth

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Group is seeking an Operator II for our chocolate production facilities in California. You will ensure equipment cleanliness, set parameters, and support packaging lines with strict adherence to GMP and safety policies.

You will monitor metal detector and vision systems, manage material handling, weight checks, labeling, and HACCP-aligned actions. The role requires physical capability, autonomy, and strong teamwork across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Minimum 2 years of production manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Good organization, math, written and oral communication, detail oriented, interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, must work autonomously with a minimum of supervision.
• Good mechanical ability/aptitude.
• Must be able to adhere to all GMP and food safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Check cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment; set parameters per specs.
• Follow Lead to support department priorities.
• Ensure packaging materials are in good condition.
• Ensure there are no differences between material used and requested.
• Set up boxes and liners on equipment.
• Use materials defined by the process order and consult shift leader.
• Test metal detector and vision system at start of shift.
• Notify leader of excess rejections and follow HACCP.
• Generate barcode labels for pallets and inspect legibility and data.
• Register storage unit numbers and move pallets from palletizer to wrapper.
• Adjust the wrapper for box type and set weigh scale accordingly.
• Verify box weight and log data.
• Perform visual box closure inspection and ensure liner is contained.
• Report rework and support rework on packaging lines.
• Support cleaning and rework on lines; use rework melter.
• Provide coverage for packaging lines MIK01, MIK02, BUH01, BM001.
• Notify leader of anomalies outside procedures.
• Turn off equipment when not in operation.
• Follow safety rules and report unsafe acts.
• Participate in mandatory training.
• Fulfill quality and regulatory requirements for food industry.
• Report potential danger to supervisor and Quality department.
• Keep area, tools and equipment clean and tidy.
• Follow GMPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical aptitude

Written and oral communication

Self-motivation

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

GMP and food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

About The Role

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, innovation in its DNA, and a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focus on continuous learning, live BC’s Values, and love chocolate.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Production Lead, the Operator II will be responsible for checking the cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment, setting parameters in equipment according to specifications and procedures for the preparation of chocolate.

• Ensure cleanliness and optimum condition of the equipment before starting. Otherwise, notify the Leader.
• Follow Lead direction to support department priorities and needs.
• Ensure the packaging materials are in good condition.
• Ensure that there are no differences between the material used and that requested to produce.
• Correct setup of the boxes & liners on the equipment.
• Use the corresponding materials defined by the process order for the product, asking the leader of the shift which will be used.
• Perform the tests to check the functioning of the Metal detector & Vision system at the beginning of the shift and in the established frequencies.
• In case of having excess rejections according to the amount established, notify the leader of the shift, follow HACCP program and carry out corresponding actions.
• Generate the bar code label every time a pallet is completed.
• Revision of barcode label that is legible and that all the correct data are found.
• Register storage unit number in corresponding format.
• Remove the pallet from the palletizer to the wrapper once it has been completed.
• Adjust the wrapper according to the type of box that is being used.
• Set the weigh scale according to the product to be processed, and make the necessary adjustments in order to comply with the established weights.
• Carry out the verification of the weight of the box in the established times and registering it in the corresponding format.
• Perform visual inspection to ensure box closes entirely and no liner (bag) is outside the box.
• Notify the shift leader whenever rework is generated in bulk bags for re‑incorporation in remelter.
• Support in cleaning nozzle plates, packaging lines, reworking, re‑packaging.
• Use of rework melter.
• Support in coverage for all the Packaging lines (MIK01, MIK02, BUH01, BM001).
• Notify the leader in charge of any anomaly that is outside the procedure.
• Turn off equipment when they are not in operation.
• Respect the safety rules and take care of yourself and your colleagues respecting and following the safety procedures in force in the company.
• Report unsafe acts and conditions.
• Participate in mandatory training sessions.
• Commit to fulfill the expectations of quality and service of the clients, as well as the current regulatory compliance applicable to the food industry.
• Responsible for reporting any situation of potential or real danger to your superior and the Quality department.
• Keep the area, tools and equipment in your care clean and tidy.
• Firmly follow the GMP’s.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalency.

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of production manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Good organization, math, written and oral communication, detail oriented, interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated, must work autonomously with a minimum of supervision.
• Good mechanical ability/aptitude.
• Must be able to adhere to all GMP and food safety rules.

Additional Requirements

• Experience driving forklift is a plus.
• Detail & results oriented.
• Ability to lift at least 25 Kg (50 Lbs).
• Passion: Understanding and passion for our products.
• Team spirit: Cooperate, be assisted, participate in group activities and support other areas when required.
• Entrepreneurship: Do more than expected in its position, carry ideas for improvement and actively participate in its implementation.
• Customer focus: Focus our efforts on meeting our clients’ needs.
• Integrity: Respect our colleagues and the company.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package (starting at $23 per hour) including salary, benefits, and vacation time.
• 12 paid holidays PLUS your birthday off.
• Collaborative atmosphere with like‑minded individuals who are passionate about chocolate.
• The ability to grow your career within an organization that values development and internal career growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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.