Production Associate

Barry Callebaut • Eddystone, PA

34d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Associate is responsible for the movement of materials, product dumping, and powder packaging across the site. This role involves close collaboration with the operator to ensure a smooth process. In this role, you will learn about Good Manufacturing Process (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points, which are critical to ensuring the quality of our product. 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Able to understand and communicate in English
• Lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Able to stand and remain on their feet for 12-hour shifts
• Work in a non-climate-controlled environment (temperature can rise to 130°F in certain areas)
• Comfortable working in environments with exposure to cocoa dust, debris, grease, and slippery surfaces
• Punctual and reliable
• Shift starts at 5:45 (am/pm) and finishes at 6:00 (pm/am), Sunday-Tuesday & Sunday-Wednesday

Nice To Haves

• Basic Computer Literacy preferred
• SAP Exposure and basic Microsoft Office Package knowledge is beneficial
• Forklift Operation (certification preferred)
• Basic equipment operation (exposed to manufacturing processes)
• Basic understanding of troubleshooting
• Inventory and Record-keeping understanding
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good Communication Skills
• Results-oriented mindset and able to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Execute safe, compliant, and efficient material handling and production/packaging operations.
• Maintain product quality and food safety (GMP, HACCP, regulatory compliance).
• Ensure accurate inventory control, logistics flow, and documentation.
• Support end-to-end supply chain operations (receiving → processing → packaging → shipping).
• Troubleshoot, improve processes, and provide cross-functional support.
• Follow GMP (5S, Cleanliness), HACCP, OSHA standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment and complete safety checklists and training.
• Inspect materials (damage, weight, sealing), monitor metal detectors, magnets, sieves, and filters.
• Perform sampling and QA handoff.
• Operate forklifts and move raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Feed packaging lines and perform cake dumping into silos.
• Collaborate with Line Operator for continuous operation.
• Record material movements in SAP and maintain manual logs.
• Track finished goods movements and maintain chain-of-custody documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous PTO
• Your birthday off
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED