Mechanic, Welder/Maintenance

Location:

Eddystone, PA, US, PA 19022

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:

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company that has embraced the vision to delight its customers while out-performing its competitors, a business that is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values, and of course, loving chocolate.

The Mechanic, Welder/Maintenance, under the directions of the Supervisor, is responsible for supporting and safely maintaining Barry Callebaut equipment that ensures that we produce the highest quality product while maintaining GMP, HACCP and safety guidelines.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance of Barry Callebaut LLC operations;

• Support production by ensuring the safe and proper operation, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment;

• Mechanical troubleshooting, i.e. hydraulic and pneumatic, pumps, gear reducers, etc.;

• High pressure boiler operations;

• Perform duties with or without close supervision;

• Coordinate and complete projects, on occasion with outside vendors;

• Fabricate parts and perform welding on equipment;

• Generate work orders, complete work orders, and close work orders using a computerized maintenance management system;

• Rebuild equipment such as pumps and blowers;

• Safely rig equipment or tools for overhead travel or repair;

• Demonstrate problem solving skills to make emergency repairs

• Safely operate heavy equipment for plant repairs;

• Thread and install pipe for water, steam or air;

• Operate machining equipment to make parts for repairs;

• Test/disconnect and replace electric motors;

• Communicate with supervisor for direction, to keep supervisor informed of problems and equipment that is not operating properly;

• Help in the training of new employees, both production and maintenance when required;

• Maintain a clean, neat and safe work environment;

• Participate in the safety related training programs;

• Ensure the proper documentation of repairs, listing parts, record keeping and following the work flow process;

• Must promote a safe working environment and good GMP’s

• Committed to providing a safe food product

• Works within all regulatory requirements

• Perform established PM and PdM activities and identify new opportunities for improvement;

• Follow all GMP, HACCP and Safety regulations and guidelines

• Perform all other related duties as requested

About you:

• High school degree, technical school preferred;

• Minimum 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably food processing related.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical power transmission systems, i.e. chain drives, gearboxes;

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repair of mechanical equipment, i.e. pumps, seals, bearings, blowers, etc.;

• Proficiency in troubleshooting automated processes, installing and repairing new and existing equipment, and responding to machine and equipment issues in all areas of the facility;

• Ability to read and follow blueprints, drawings and schematics;

• Proficiency in hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting

• Intermediate computer skills including MS Office, Lotus Notes, etc.;

• Lifting up to 60 lbs. and standing and walking for long periods of time;

• Must be able to work from an elevated platform;

• Must be able to work independently, follow through and complete tasks, and handle a multi-task workload;

• Must be able to work as part of a team with little to no supervision

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off, plus 12 paid holidays, plus your birthday off

• 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.

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