BOOST 2.0 Early Talent Program

Lesaffre; Amasya; On-site; TRY 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Program

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Lesaffre Academy training programs

Job Shadowing Opportunities

Flex-Le benefits program

Job summary

A global fermentation company is inviting fresh graduates to join its BOOST 2.0 New Graduates Program in Amasya, Turkey. This program emphasizes personal and professional growth through hands-on experiences in engineering projects, including design, implementation, and process optimization. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a proficiency in English and Turkish. Participate in meaningful projects while contributing to a better planet through fermentation solutions. This is a unique opportunity to kickstart your career and make real impact.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates (up to 3 years) from Food, Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented.
• Eager to engage in continuous learning.
• High sense of responsibility and adept problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Turkish.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, implementation, and testing of engineering projects.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Integrate new technologies into projects based on department needs.
• Focus on production and process optimization.
• Engage in regional and global projects for business exposure.
• Learn within a supportive environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Continuous learning

MS Office proficiency

English (written and spoken)

Turkish (written and spoken)

Education

Fresh graduates from relevant engineering fields

Job description

Start bold. Grow fast. Build your career with Lesaffre! Are you ready to discover the Lesaffre BOOST 2.0 New Graduates Program?

Designed to push talented graduates beyond their limits, our innovative BOOST 2.0 Program empowers you to expand your network, explore exciting career opportunities, and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of the yeast industry we proudly lead.

From day one, you will not only learn—but also create real impact by contributing to business-critical projects and innovation processes.

What Sets BOOST Apart? Within the framework of the Lesaffre Group Amplify strategy, we have three common objectives built on Explore, Develop and Strengthen. These are supported by our People lever that will enable us to amplify our overall impact.

• Purposeful & VR Onboarding: Experience an immersive and interactive onboarding journey through virtual reality and purpose-driven activities, with a 3-day onboarding program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I): Embrace diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued, empowering everyone to contribute, grow, and succeed together.
• Wellbeing Program – “Live with Taste” (Care for People): Achieve work-life balance while supporting your overall well-being through our care-for-people approach. Join activities like canoeing, pilates, theater, and nutrition workshops.
• Lesaffre Academy: Take part in various training programs designed to support both your personal and professional growth including our Digital Learning Platform. (LEA) – Designed to support our Amplify strategy, strengthen capabilities, and enhance employee development through a user-friendly learning experience.
• Reverse Mentoring Program: Empower leaders with your innovative mindset and digital expertise, engaging in one-on-one mentoring with senior leaders while gaining insights from their industry experience.
• GenZ Advisory Board: Make your voice heard by contributing ideas directly to decision-making processes and representing young talent within the organization.
• Job Shadowing Opportunities: Join a cross functional learning program, by gaining hands-on insight to experience in real business operations and learn from senior leaders.
• CSR & Sustainability Initiatives: Be part of numerous Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and sustainability projects, contributing to society and making a meaningful impact beyond the workplace.
• Flex-Le: Enjoy the freedom to choose your benefits that fit your life with Flex-Le, our flexible benefits program tailored to your needs.

This is your BOOST moment at Lesaffre!

Join us to build your future, create real impact, and shape the world of fermentation—working together to better nourish and protect the planet.

Job Description

• Participate actively in project teams by contributing to the design, implementation, and testing processes of engineering projects.
• Track and report project progress.
• Stay updated on new technologies and industry trends and integrate them into industrial projects depends on the department you’ll be hired.
• Work on production, process optimization, and continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in regional and global projects with real business exposure.
• Learn while having fun in an environment where you can comfortably ask any questions you may have.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates (up to 3 years) from Food, Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Strong communication skills and being a team player.
• Enthusiastic about continuous learning.
• High sense of responsibility and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office programs.
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Turkish.

***This posting is a general application for our graduate talent pool. Candidates will be assessed and matched with relevant departments and roles based on their educational background and experience. (Lean, Planning, Warehouse, Packaging, Quality Control,Deriative Products)

Additional Information

About Lesaffre: Backed by more than 173 years of expertise, Lesaffre is a global reference in the yeast and fermentation industry. Since 1992, we have been bringing our international experience to the Turkish bakery sector, continuously growing our presence and impact. In Türkiye, we operate 3 production facilities and one head office. Our Ceyhan and Amasya plants have been operational since 1992, while our Lüleburgaz facility was integrated into our organization in 2015.

At the heart of everything we do lies the power of fermentation. The infinite potential of microorganisms such as yeasts and bacteria positions us at the center of multiple industries, including bread making, food taste and pleasure, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology.

Across all these domains, our ambition is clear: to be one of the leaders in the movement around fermentation “to better nourish and protect the planet.”