Global Graduate Trainee - Research & Development Associate

Become our Global Graduate Trainee in R&D Bakery Improvers & Mixers for our rapidly growing, global team!

Over the course of our 3-year Graduate Trainee program, you have the opportunity to take part in 3 annual rotations within our Research & Development Bakery Improvers & Mixes department in our USA HQ and with an international assignment ( /- 1-year foreign experience).

This position is targeted to start in January, 2026.

YEAR 1: Pennsauken, NJ - Deep-Dive into the R&D Bakery World in Puratos USA HQ

• Complete an introductory RAP (Recipe, Additive, Process program) to familiarize yourself with industrial bakery formulation basics.
• Transition more fully into innovation and project-oriented work in the R&D bakery to design and experiment with different bakery improvers and mixes. From preparing and conducting trials to documenting insights.
• Analyze results, draw meaningful conclusions, and recommend actions to shape the future of bakery mixers and improvers.
• Transform your findings into compelling formats and share them with our global R&D community.
• Work closely with inter-/intradepartmental Applied R&D and Application Specialists in our Innovation Centers to become familiar with industrial lines and customer’s projects.
  
  

YEAR 2: Puratos Group Assignment - Belgium R&D Team

• Embark on an international assignment in Belgium with an innovative market.
• Continue targeted analyses and work with international teams on all areas of innovation including soft, fresh and frozen markets.
• Aim to elevate your work by implementation and development of innovations.
  
  

YEAR 3: Puratos USA, West Coast (Los Angeles, CA Area) as an Application Specialist

• Embark on an assignment in our California Innovation Center with a vibrant food innovation market
• Assist in trouble shooting at customer locations, development & implementation of new products and concepts on industrial lines.
• Provide support to Sales team through active business development and relationship building with customers.
  
  

As an ideal candidate for our Global Graduate Trainee program, you will possess:

• A University Degree with excellent academic track record in Food Science' you will either be in your final year of University study, or have graduated within the past 18 month
• Previous work or internship experience, preferably in the Food, FMCG or in a similar industry
• Drive for innovation, teamwork, flexibility and achievement orientation
• Engagement and passion for the Food industry
• Be fully mobile to work in different global business areas/ locations
• Be fully business-fluent in English (other languages are advantageous)
• Strength in Excel/Powerpoint, and an adaptable mindset towards using AI and database platforms
  
  

Looking for a Career for Good?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:

Compensation:

• Compensation for this role is salaried and will be based on your experience, skills, and location, with a typical hourly range between $59,840 and $70,200.
• This role is eligible for a targeted annual bonus equal to 5%. Final bonus payouts are determined by both individual and company performance.
  
  

Benefits:

• Medical coverage starts the first of the month—no waiting period
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
• Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
• Lifestyle Spending Account
  
  

If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for “a career for good.”