GRADUATE TRAINEE

Belgian Operations

Become our Graduate Trainee in the Belgian Operations and join our rapidly growing, global team!

Over the course of our 3-year Graduate Trainee program, you have the opportunity to take part in 3 annual rotations within our Operations departments in Puratos Belgium

In your first year, you will act as Reliability & Equipment Engineer for our Chocolate factory in Erembodegem and you will be responsible for:

• Investigating, solving and following up on complex corrective and/or recurring equipment problems, including technical hands-on support.
• Collect and analyze data to propose structural improvements that reduce downtime and increase overall equipment efficiency.
• Draft or adjust a preventive maintenance plan, maintenance checklists and procedures
• Responsible for the basic and/or detailed engineering of OPEX projects, as well as their implementation, taking deadlines and budgets into account.
• Manage and/or assist contractors
• Ensure good reporting and communication to all stakeholders

In your second and third year, you will have a new assignment in another department of the Operations organization in Belgium e.g. Production, Supply chain , Group Quality, Finance, Engineering , HSE , .. in one of the production locations.
The goal of our program is to prepare you on a path for talented, passionate professionals towards future leading roles within our company.
Each Graduate Trainee will be assigned to an expert Mentor, who will ensure you receive all the continuous support and training you need to be successful during your 3 annual rotations. After your 3-year graduate program you move to an exciting role within Puratos to build further your career within our global business.

Who are we looking for?

• A Master's Degree from a University with excellent academic track record (Bio or industrial engineering, food science, food processing, production processes, …)
• You will either be in your final year of University study, or have graduated within the past 12 to 18 months (more experienced candidates are welcome to apply to other roles at Puratos via our careers page)
• A first work or Internship experience, preferably in the Food, FMCG or in a similar industry
• Drive for innovation, teamwork, flexibility and achievement orientation
• Engagement and Passion for the Food industry
• Be fully mobile to work in different global business areas/ locations
• Be fully business-fluent in English (French, Dutch)

We are looking to meet Graduates with a passion for making things happen, real enthusiasm for our business, as well as a strong desire to learn and build their careers.

Why should you join Puratos?

You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:

• Meal vouchers (8€/day)
• Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos
• Minimum 5 training days per year
• Responsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work

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Who are we?

Puratos is a growing, international, Belgian family business with a team of more than 10 000 employees worldwide. Since 1919, we have been developing, producing and distributing innovative ingredients for the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors and helping our customers to be successful. We are committed to the health and well-being of people and protecting the planet.
Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.

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