Global R&I Pilot Plant – Application Research at Dr. Schar

Dr. Schar; Trieste/Trst; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Mindset

Onboarding Program

Dr. Schär Academy

In-house canteen

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Dr. Schär is seeking a team member for the Global R&I Pilot Plant – Application Research in Trieste, Italy.

The role is full-time and on-site, with responsibilities to support product development and coordinate the pilot plant with hands-on testing and documentation. The candidate should have baker experience (3+ years) or a technical diploma in electrical engineering/mechatronics (3+ years), with a strong interest in the food industry and pilot plant testing, plus excellent organization and

Qualifications

• Experience as a baker, preferably in pilot plants or industrial bakery environments.
• Technical diploma in electrical engineering, electrotechnics, or mechatronics with 3+ years of experience.
• Interest in the food industry and pilot plant testing activities; accuracy and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support product development, research and innovation through experimental trials.
• Plan and coordinate the use of the pilot plant.
• Manage maintenance and oversee machinery and equipment.
• Manage materials, ingredients and warehouse stocks.
• Prepare documentation and reports.

Skills

Baker experience

Pilot plant experience

Hands-on skills

Education

Technical diploma in electrical engineering/mechatronics

Job description

Apply for Global R&I Pilot Plant – Application Research at Dr. Schar in Trieste, FRI, IT. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Req #217 Trieste - R&D Centre, c/o AREA Science Park, Padriciano 99, Trieste, Trieste, Italy. Job Description Posted Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 23:00 | Expires Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 22:59

Dr. Schär is a global community of innovative and collaborative people, free to think outside the box and to unlock their full potential in terms of creativity, capability, and courage.

For our Dr. Schär R&D Centre - Pilot Plant in Trieste, located in Prosecco 29/B, Trieste, we are looking for a team member to join our Research & Development team.

Your responsibilities

• Support product development, research and innovation activities through experimental trials
• Plan and coordinate the use of the pilot plant
• Manage maintenance activities and provide technical oversight of machinery and equipment
• Manage materials, ingredients and warehouse stocks
• Prepare documentation and reports

Your profile

Experience as a baker, preferably in pilot plants or industrial bakery environments, with at least 3 years of professional experience, strong manual skills, and familiarity with equipment and machinery or Technical diploma in electrical engineering, electrotechnics, or mechatronics, with at least 3 years of professional experience, as well as an interest in the food industry and pilot plant testing activities Accuracy, hands-on mentality, and strong organisational skills

Your benefits

• Global Mindset: Working in an international environment
• Perfect Start: An individual "Onboarding Program" and support from your buddy
• Growth: Dr. Schär Academy with a variety of training opportunities and language programs
• Food: An in-house canteen
• Flexibility: Life-phase-oriented work with flexible working hours and smart working
• Magic Moments: Company parties, events, and gift

In accordance with EU Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency, we indicate a starting salary of EUR 28,000 gross per year for this position. Depending on the candidate's professional experience, qualifications, skills, and the scope of responsibilities required, the final compensation package may exceed this amount.

Dr. Schär is committed to fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory compensation practices. During the selection process, we assess candidates solely based on their qualifications, competencies, experience, and suitability for the position.

Are you ready to free the best in you? The position is open to people of all genders, in accordance with the principles of equal opportunity and inclusion.