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.

The position is for a Process Engineer at the Gweru-based yeast factory in Zimbabwe. This relatively small facility, which produces both fresh and dry yeast, has limited automation and a lot of room for improvement. Its scale and potential for enhancement make it an ideal environment to learn about the yeast production process and engage with all stages of it (including utitilites).

The VIE’s role is to bridge the technical management between Lesaffre MEA region and Lesaffre Zimbabwe, focusing on process-related tasks while also supporting areas such as lean, quality, and safety. Responsibilities include ensuring smooth communication between parties, overseeing and executing work plans, while  providing technical support.
The distance, unreliable internet connection, and limited technical expertise in Zimbabwe's staff , requires a skilled on-site individual to accelerate the factory's operational improvements.

Your profile: Chemical or food engineer. Ideally with experience  (preferred but not required).

Technical Skills
 - Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
 - Strong understanding of unitary processes.
 - Knowledge of GMP standards (preferred but not required).
 - Basic knowledge of safety standards (required).
 - Skills in data analysis and visualization (preferred but not required).

Soft Skills
 - Fieldwork orientation (required).
 - Detail-oriented.
 - Highly adaptable with strong active listening and empathy.
 - Excellent communication skills.
 - Self-motivated and results-oriented.

Contract Duration: 24 months. 

Desired starting date: Q1 2025

VIE program - Eligibility conditions :

To learn more about the VIE program and eligibility conditions: https://mon-vie-via.businessfrance.fr/en

VIE Benefits: The company covers the cost of a round-trip ticket (economy class) to VIE's home country per each 12-month assignment.