Operations OLP- East Hanover

Givaudan; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Givaudan Flavors is offering an Operations Leadership Program (OLP) for new graduates in the East Hanover, NJ area. The 18-24 month program blends structured learning with hands-on training and project management opportunities across multiple rotations to build strong technical and leadership foundations.

Associates will rotate through Production, Quality Control, and other critical functions, with an international rotation and relocation required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Relevant internship or co-op experience highly preferred.
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• OLP associates will complete an 18-24 month program with structured learning and on-the-job training.
• Rotations across Production, Quality Control, Warehouse/Distribution, Production Planning & Scheduling, Plant Maintenance, and more.
• Develop leadership and project management skills for a people-oriented production environment.
• Must be willing to relocate for assignments at other Givaudan sites and participate in an international rotation.

Skills

Leadership

Relocation willingness

Project management

Industrial mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 17,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.

In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Are you looking for a dynamic rotational-program that combines structured learning and development with on-the-job training and project management opportunities.

East Hanover, NJ area

Your Future Position?

Givaudan Flavors Corporation, the world's leading developer and manufacturer of flavors and fragrances, serves customers around the world with innovative products through a sales and marketing presence in all major mature and developing markets. We know that our path to success is within our people. Finding and developing today's best college graduates, who will one day become the future leaders of our company, is the primary goal of our Operations Leadership Program (OLP).

OLP Associates will participate in an 18 - 24 month program that combines structured learning and development with on-the-job training and project management opportunities. This program is ideal for graduates with an interest in leveraging core technical and problem solving skills into a leadership role in a people-oriented production environment. We have positions available in the Cincinnati, OH, Florence, KY, Chicago, IL, Lakeland, FL and East Hanover, NJ areas; however, successful candidates must be open to relocation during the program and upon graduation, as some rotations will take place at other Givaudan locations.

• Operations Rotations (10-12 months): OLP Associates will be assigned multiple rotations to provide them with a strong understanding of all areas critical to the Operations function. During each rotation, the associate will be assigned a "Departmental Sponsor/Learning Leader" to oversee the associate's time, work and training in that area. Rotational opportunities may include: Production, Quality Control, Warehouse/Distribution, Production Planning & Scheduling, Plant Maintenance, Regional Engineering and Quality/Industrialization
• Cross Functional Opportunities (9 months): Is focused on developing basic cross functional exposure to other key areas within the business, outside of the manufacturing/production area. The cross functional opportunities may include: Safety, Operational Accounting, HR, Flavor Creation, Science & Technology, Sales, Customer Care, Regulatory, Regional Supply Chain and Samples
• Project Management: Associates will be given projects to either manage or participate in throughout the program
• Leadership Development: Involves the transition of the associate into a leadership role within Givaudan. Associates will begin developing advanced people leadership skills and will be responsible for supervising and coordinating all efforts related to the tactical day-to-day operation of the department
• International Rotation (~1 month): Is a wonderful opportunity to immerse oneself in the global community that is Givaudan.

Are you someone who wants to grow and shape your own world? Who thrives being in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment? Who wants to collaborate and work in a team as passionate as you?

Your Education/experience Profile Includes

• Bachelor's Degree within Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• Relevant internship or co-op experience highly preferred
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting preferred
• Must be willing to relocate for assignments located at other Givaudan sites
• Must be willing to complete an international rotational assignment
• Demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership experience

Givaudan Flavors is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Givaudan takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications/certifications and education, and internal equity.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world.