Are you passionate about turning ideas into chocolate reality? Join Barry Callebaut as a R&D Pilot Plant Specialist, where innovation meets craftsmanship!
What You’ll Do:
- Run and monitor pilot-scale production and application trials (tempering, molding, etc.)
- Adjust raw materials and parameters to ensure perfect results every time
- Perform lab analyses (rheology, fineness, moisture) to guarantee quality standards
- Plan daily operations, assign tasks, and support your team in achieving production goals
- Manage materials, inventory, and data in SAP, Salesforce, and other systems
- Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure safety, hygiene, and quality compliance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Technical, R&D) to solve challenges and drive improvement
- Represent the Pilot Plant in meetings and train new team members
What We’re Looking For:
- Degree in Food Science, Gastronomy, or related field (preferably confectionery)
- 2+ years of experience in food, confectionery, or chemical industry
- Strong computer and database skills (MS Office, SAP, Salesforce)
- Fluent English
- Hands‑on approach, precision, and innovation mindse
- Electrical certification (SEP) and sanitary clearance preferred
We offer:
- Employment on a regular basis in the sweetest company in the world.
- Annual bonus based on your work results.
- Private medical care in Lux Med (basic package fully financed by BC).
- Fit Profit sports card co‑financed by BC.
- PPE: we care about your future, and we save money for your retirement.
- Vacation subsidy as part of the Social Fund.
- Group life insurance.
- Parking space on the premises.
- Chocolate! Yes, surprising but we have chocolate in the office, for Christmas, and many other occasions during the year.
- More chocolate: every quarter we get a chocolate deputation.
Why Join Us:
At Barry Callebaut, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, passionate people, and the world’s best chocolate. Bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the tools to make it real.
