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📅 Position title : Agrofood Process Engineer
📍 Location : Senta, Serbia
🚀 Targetted starting date : October, 1st 2026
⏳ Duration : 24 months
Job Description:
We are seeking a motivated and field-oriented Agrofood Process Engineer to join our industrial team. Within an international context, you will contribute to optimizing and improving production processes across the Group, in close collaboration with industrial management and local production teams.
As part of your mission, you will work on key unit operations such as fermentation, autolysis, drying and other core agro-industrial processes.
Why Senta ? Located in northern Serbia, the charming town of Senta offers a peaceful and authentic way of life in the heart of the lush Vojvodina region. Straddled by the River Tisa, it charms visitors with its natural landscapes and friendly atmosphere. ✨
Your Mission:
- Optimizing production processes (fermentation, autolysis, drying, etc.) in coordination with the Group’s industrial management
- Conducting and coordinating studies with production managers to drive continuous improvement actions (time, organization, cost efficiency)
- Participating in the design, development and start-up of new industrial installations
- Supporting operational teams on technical matters as a true field engineer
- Contributing to additional industrial projects assigned within the Group
👀 Who we’re looking for :
- Bachelor’s degree or above, major in food-industrial engineering is a plus
- Solid knowledge of unit operations in industrial processes
- At least 1 year of industrial field experience (postgraduate experience required)
- Fluent English is mandatory
- French, Serbian or Hungarian would be a plus
Required Skills
- Strong technical sensitivity and hands-on engineering mindset
- Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment
- Autonomous, proactive, with a strong sense of responsibility
- Team spirit and collaborative approach
- Good communication skills
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
[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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or above, major in food-industrial engineering
- Solid knowledge of unit operations in industrial processes
- At least 1 year of industrial field experience
- Fluent English
- French, Serbian or Hungarian would be a plus
Lesaffre Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. postings and employer-verified listings describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, in some cases starting on day one. Subsidiary and job materials also point to strong health plans across certain U.S. entities.
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Retirement Support — Job postings and U.S. materials indicate a 401(k) with company match, sometimes with day-one eligibility. Employer-verified benefit lists also include retirement plans as part of the core package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses and employee discounts are referenced as part of total rewards, and shift differentials can materially increase pay in roles with nonstandard hours. These elements provide additional pathways to boost total compensation beyond base pay.
Lesaffre Insights
What We Do
A key global player in fermentation for more than a century, Lesaffre, with a €2.7 billion turnover, and established on all continents, counts 11,000 employees and 96 nationalities. On the strength of this experience and diversity, we work with customers, partners, and researchers to find ever more relevant answers to the needs of food, health, naturalness and respect for our environment. Thus, every day, we explore and reveal the infinite potential of microorganisms. To nourish 9 billion people, in a healthy way, in 2050 by making the most of our planet’s resources is a major and unprecedented issue. We believe that fermentation is one of the most promising answers to this challenge.
