Process Engineer (M/W) (V.I.E Contract) at Lesaffre

Toluca, State of Mexico, Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process engineering, Continuous improvement, Project management, Data analysis, Production management, SAP, Aveva PI, Fermentation, Quality control, Safety management, Equipment efficiency, Budget management, Communication skills, Teamwork, Problem solving

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Company Description As a global key player in yeasts and fermentation, Lesaffre designs, manufactures and markets innovative solutions for Baking, Food taste & pleasure, Health care and Biotechnology. Family group born in northern France in 1853, now a multi-national and a multicultural company, Lesaffre is committed to working with confidence to better nourish and protect the planet. In close collaboration with its clients and partners, Lesaffre employs 11 000 people in nearly 80 subsidiaries based in +50 countries. Lesaffre achieves a turnover of 3 billion euros. Job Description As a Process Engineer in our team, you will play a key role in coordinating, optimizing, and monitoring performance across all workshops, with a strong focus on safety, quality, product integrity, productivity, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement. Why Toluca? Toluca, located near Mexico City, offers a pleasant living environment combining urban energy and proximity to nature . Known for its industrial dynamism, the city attracts many international companies and provides a stimulating professional setting. Toluca also offers an authentic Mexican lifestyle, with rich traditions, local gastronomy , and a welcoming atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to boost your career AND live a unique adventure ✨. 🚀 Your Mission Operation excellence Support for Operation Excellence for all workshops but initially focused on Coproducts workshop (costs, equipment efficiency (OEE), quality, safety, new products development…) Continuous improvement Follow up of different action plans (continuous improvement, automatism, quality improvement, OEE improvement…) and proposition/initiative for new ideas. Propose and follow all the trials directly in the workshop and generate the adequate reports for results analysis. Project management Support for design, PID revision, as built installation and start up of new equipment linked to new projects. Participate in different phases of the project: validation of the specifications, validation of the choice with the workshop and production manager, participation in the deployment of the chosen solution. Production management Support to workshop managers for production follow up in SAP but initially focused on Coproducts workshop (production, ingredients consumption, inventories…). Monitoring continuously (on a daily basis) the various performance indicators. Identify production malfunctions and unforeseen events and provides solutions to the main players involved: workshop managers, production manager/submanager. Data analysis Filling and analysis of different database for process improvement. Budget management Identifies the main levers of action to optimize production: production capacity, quality… Suggest investments that will allow short-, medium- or long-term improvement of production performance. Qualifications 👀 Who we’re looking for : Master’s degree (or above) in Biotechnology, Environment, Food industries, Agri-food Engineering 2 years with industrial experience: basic knowledge in the different processes of the factory (fermentation, drying, packaging, fluids, wastewater treatment, filtration, evaporation) Technical skills: Data analysis Knowledge of SAP and Aveva PI is a plus Fluent in English. Basic Spanish strongly recommended Soft skills: Transparency & integrity Encourage innovation, open to new ideas Team work Oriented to results mindset Good communication skills Additional Information 📅 Mission details Location : Toluca, MEXICO Duration : 24 months Start : July 2026 Recruitment process : Phone screening + 2 interviews [Group HR, Local HR + Production Manager]. 🎯 Goal : To offer you a long-term worldwide career after your V.I.E ! V.I.E – Eligibility : Age : 18–28 years old Citizenship: EU or EEA country Never completed a V.I.E before ℹ️ More info : Mon Volontariat International - official VIE | VIA web site 🌟 Ready for your next adventure? If you’re ambitious, curious, and eager to grow in an international environment, this V.I.E is for you. Come shape the future of breadmaking with us in Mexico🌍. [Diversity & Inclusion]: At Lesaffre, diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive, regardless of your background, gender, age or abilities. We encourage all applications, as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow. Years of experience: 1 to 3 years Activity: Baking Contract type: VIE

Responsibilities

The Process Engineer will coordinate and optimize workshop performance with a focus on safety, quality, and cost efficiency. They will also manage continuous improvement initiatives, support project deployment, and monitor production indicators using SAP.