Team Lead, Production

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. is seeking a Team Lead, Production to manage daily shift operations on the night schedule and mentor a team of hourly workers. You will ensure safe, efficient production and maintain GMP/HACCP compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating activities, training staff, and communicating with the Production Supervisors while driving continuous improvement and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years supervisory experience in a food‑manufacturing environment.
• Proficient English language skills, both written and oral.
• Computer knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; SAP experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the assigned shift and coordinate work activities for hourly and temporary staff.
• Organize day‑to‑day shift operations, assign sanitation duties, troubleshoot machines, and reassign teammates as needed.
• Coach and support team members and conduct brief performance reviews.
• Assign cross‑training for shift personnel to operate in production areas.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors to align operations and tasks across areas.
• Complete shift paperwork promptly and ensure GMP/HACCP compliance.
• Oversee maintenance of clean and sanitary conditions per Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment for defects and document issues.
• Confirm production orders in SAP as needed.
• Suggest and implement improvements in assigned areas.
• Participate in process improvement, safety training, or lean team initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree

Tools

SAP

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the role:

The Team Lead, Production is responsible for the day-to-day operations of his/her assigned shift. In conjunction with the Plant Production Supervisor, this position will oversee production activities of hourly personnel and oversee machine operation. This position will train, coach, and problem-solve with team members; communicate timely and relevant information to team members and supervisors in a thorough manner; and demonstrate ownership in plant and food safety, including all regulatory requirements. This position also keeps control of the Good Manufacturing Practices, Safety, Quality, Customer Service, and team processes.

Working hours:

Night Shift: Wednesday 12:00 am to 6:00 am, and from Thursday to Saturday from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the operations of the assigned shift, including coordinating work activities for hourly and temporary employees, supporting efficient equipment operation, providing adequate personnel training, handling personnel issues, and communicating relevant information to Production Supervisors.
• Responsible for the organization of the day-to-day operations of the shift, including assignment of sanitation duties, machine troubleshooting, and reassignment of team members as needed.
• Coach and support each team member and facilitate brief team meetings as needed, including employee and temporary employee work assessments.
• Assign or complete cross‑training activities for shift personnel to be able to work in the production areas.
• Confer with team production leads to coordinate operations and activities within or between work areas.
• Complete completion of all shift paperwork is done promptly.
• Enforce company policies, safety standards, GMP standards, and HACCP.
• Oversee maintenance of clean and sanitary conditions according to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect and document defects, malfunctions, and questions.
• Confirm production orders in SAP, if needed.
• Routinely suggest and implement improvements in assigned areas.
• Participate in process improvement training, safety training, or committee work, a lean team, or other committee work.
• Take responsibility for assigned duties and perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor promptly.

About you:

• High School diploma or equivalency and a minimum of two years of appropriate supervisory experience in a food‑manufacturing environment. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Proficient English language skills, both written and oral.
• Computer knowledge in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and desirable experience with SAP.
• Teamwork and cooperation – have a genuine intention to work cooperatively with others and to be part of a team.
• Flexibility, self‑control, self‑confidence – ability to adapt to and work effectively with a variety of situations, individual or groups.
• Interpersonal understanding and relationship building – ability to listen and understand others.
• Initiative – preference for taking action before being requested.
• Developing others – genuine intent to foster the learning or development of one or several employees.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• 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.