Graduate Trainee - Area Production Manager

Join the Magic

Our Mission

At Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities.

We are more than 10.000 employees in over 70 countries and a consolidated turnover of around 2.2 billion euros. Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.

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

Are you a young graduate with experience looking for an entry-level job in which you can gain operational excellence, shape your management skills, and become one of our leaders of tomorrow?

Are you in search of a job in which you will get a unique insight into many aspects of operations (production, planning, supply chain, quality, etc) during an intensive learning period?

Then it is certainly worth seizing this opportunity:

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 Area Production Manager and are responsible for:

Ensure that the Area for which you are responsible works in accordance with the requirements (Quality, Safety, quantity, deadline, etc.):

• Leadership & Interaction with support services: supply chain, quality, service team, warehouse, treatment plant, planning…
• Develop an operational strategy for your Area in order to increase production efficiencies and in line with the department's Business strategy
• Maintain close collaboration with R&D and the BUs of your Area of activity
• Build committed, efficient and autonomous teams
• Lead the implementation of new projects & products in the field
• Development & Management of the budget for your Area in the topics that are your direct responsibility (PBE, Training, Supplies, Cleaning)

In your second and third year, you will have a new assignment in another department of the Operations organization in Belgium e.g. Supply chain, Group Quality, Engineering, HSE, etc. 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
• Your personal commitment stirs others’ enthusiasm and increases team spirit
• As a future manager, you are decisive and resolute.
• 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 and /or Dutch are an asset)

 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

Watch our corporate movie and feel the Puratos Magic:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRsBzuRlNI

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.