R&D Food Technologist Trainee

La Lorraine Bakery Group NV; Nowy Dwór; On-site; PLN 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Full employment contract

Job summary

La Lorraine Bakery Group NV is launching an International R&D Trainee Program in Poland for early-career professionals with a technical food-technology background. The two-year program leads to a Junior Technologist role, with assignments across products and projects and collaboration across LLBG sites in Europe.

Travel within Europe is expected up to twice monthly, and all travel expenses are covered. A full LLBG employment contract accompanies the program, and there is strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Technology or related field is required.
• First experience in the food industry is preferred.
• Good command of English (written and spoken).
• Interest in bakery products and food innovation.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership and independence.

Responsibilities

• Engage in diverse assignments across product categories and projects.
• Collaborate with international teams and LLBG sites.
• Develop skills through formal training, shadowing, and on-the-job learning.

Skills

Product categories knowledge

NPD processes

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

Are you passionate about food technology and eager to accelerate your career?
Join our International R&D Trainee Program and become part of an innovative team shaping the future of (sweet) bakery.

Our two-year trainee program is designed for early-career professionals with a technical background in food technology and strong growth potential. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop critical skills, and prepare for a future role as a Junior Technologist within our organization.

• Duration: Approximately 2 years
• Location: Based in Poland with occasional travel to other LLBG sites across Europe (up to twice per month, max. 3 days per trip).
• Structure: A series of diverse assignments across product categories and projects

Throughout the program, you will work on project-based assignments that drive business impact and foster your professional growth:

• Product Expertise: Explore our key product groups: Bakery, Sweet On-The-Go, Viennoiserie, and Savory
• Technical Skills: Gain in-depth knowledge of LLBG products, industrial lines, Technologist tools, and NPD processes
• Project Management: Lead and support projects, manage stakeholders, and collaborate across international teams & sites
• Professional Development: Enhance skills in communication, training, and international collaboration
• Degree in Food Technology or related field
• Ideally, a first experience in the food industry
• Strong understanding of English
• Passion for food and innovation
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership and independence
• Willingness to travel within Europe
• Accelerated Learning: A steep learning curve through formal training, shadowing, and on-the-job experience. Technological skills on various LLBG products (bread, Viennoiserie, SOTG) & industrial lines.
• Expert Guidance: Continuous coaching from the Food Technology & Innovation Manager and the experienced R&D technologists, as your assignment leads
• Balanced Assignments: Exposure to multiple projects and teams to broaden your expertise
• Travel & Benefits: All travel expenses covered, plus a full LLBG employment contract

After successful completion, you’ll transition to a permanent role as a Local Technologist in your home country.

"We invest in quality and sustainability."

You have a passion for innovation, want to make an international impact, and enjoy working in a collaborative, hands-on project management style.

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