Junior Production Technologist

La Lorraine Bakery Group NV; Manisa; On-site; TRY 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Full employment contract

Job summary

La Lorraine Bakery Group NV invites applications for its two-year trainee program 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 Production Technologist within our organization.

Throughout the program you will work on project-based assignments, lead and support projects, manage stakeholders, and collaborate across

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Technology or related field.
• Ideally, 2-3 years 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.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year trainee program with project-based assignments.
• Collaborate on projects and manage stakeholders across LLBG sites.
• Develop skills in production technology, NPD processes, and cross-functional teamwork.
• Travel within Europe as required to gain exposure and experience.

Skills

English

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Degree in Food Technology or related field

Job description

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 Production Technologist within our organization.

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

Your profile

• Degree in Food Technology or related field
• Ideally, 2-3 years 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

Our offer

• 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.

La Lorraine Bakery Group (LLBG) is an international family‑owned company headquartered in Belgium with more than 85 years of experience in the milling and bakery sector. More than 5,700 passionate employees produce and sell high‑quality bakery products to consumers, retailers and foodservice professionals in over 40 countries every day. They do so with respect for people, product and planet, because at LLBG we want our company and our people to grow in a sustainable way.

\"At LLBG, I have the freedom to be entrepreneurial.\"

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