Shift responsible - Thrace Plant

Bunge; Kırklareli Merkez; On-site; TRY 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical services

Private pension contribution

International and expert team

Job summary

Bunge Thrace Plant in Türkiye is seeking a Shift Responsible to lead daily production and logistics across silos, extraction, refinery and utilities. You will supervise the shift, ensure safety, quality, and cost targets, and coordinate with control room and field teams to maintain continuous, compliant operations.

You will bring a university degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering or Chemistry, 1–3 years in industry, and experience leading 10+ people in a shift environment with

Qualifications

• University Degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering or Chemist
• Minimum 1–3 years in industrial manufacturing or production
• Proven management experience leading 10+ people in shift-based production
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, FSSC 22000, and HACCP
• Electrical accreditation, ATEX/Explosion hazard training, First Aid readiness
• Proficiency in CMMS (SAP), SCADA/Control Room operations, and Microsoft Office
• Intermediate to Advanced level of English (B2 preferred)

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate daily production and logistics activities
• Oversee plant operations across silos, extraction, refinery and utilities
• Ensure resources and equipment are used efficiently for cost and performance
• Coordinate raw material handling, stock control and quality monitoring
• Manage safety, emergency response and work permits (LOTO)
• Drive continuous improvement and troubleshoot equipment issues

Skills

Leadership

Team management

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Food Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

CMMS (SAP)

SCADA/Control Room

Microsoft Office

Electrical accreditation

Job description

City : Thrace State : Kırklareli (TR-39) Country : Türkiye (TR) Requisition Number: 45781

Are you willing to consolidate your career and make a difference in a global vital business? Become part of our team and help build an organization that is working on the latest trends in Agri and Food Solutions - you probably have heard about our local brands Salat and Komili.

We are growing and looking for a passionate, bold, and driven Shift responsible

What will you be doing as a Shift responsible – Thrace Plant

The core focus of this role is is responsible for directing and coordinating all production operations continuously and safely, ensuring the manufacturing process meets the company’s strict parameters for volume, product quality, cost-efficiency, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards.

This should be completed through the following activities:

Responsibilities:

• Leading and organizing daily activities for production and logistics teams while managing shift schedules, attendance and workforce performance.
• Overseeing plant operations across silos, extraction, refinery and utilities through control room supervision and field inspections.
• Ensuring efficient use of resources, equipment and utilities while maintaining optimal production performance and cost efficiency.
• Coordinating raw material handling, stock control and quality monitoring to ensure compliance with commercial and quality standards.
• Managing safety, emergency response and work permits (including LOTO), ensuring full compliance with health, safety and environmental policies.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshooting equipment issues, coordinating maintenance and applying root‑cause analysis to optimize operations.

What you can bring to the role:

• University Degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Engineering or Chemist
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of professional experience in an industrial manufacturing or production environment.
• Proven management experience leading teams of 10+ people in a shift-based, continuous production environment.
• Strong working knowledge of global standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, FSSC 22000, and HACCP.
• Electrical accreditation, ATEX/Explosion hazard training, and certified First Aid readiness.
• Proficiency in CMMS (e.g., SAP), SCADA/Control Room operations, and Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate to Advanced level of English (B2 preferred).

What do we offer to our future colleague:

Besides the salary, our company offers the following benefits:

• A competitive salary and great benefits package (medical services, contribution to private pension)
• Work within an international and expert team
• The freedom to supply in an impactful way to the business

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of :34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge