The primary objective of this position is to develop technical competence in ceramic and sanitary ware manufacturing processes through structured on-the-job training and project-based assignments across key production and laboratory functions.
The position holder will participate in a structured two-year Graduate / Junior Engineer Development Program within sanitary ware manufacturing operations, with a primary focus on laboratory testing, process control, and production support activities.
Upon successful completion of the two-year development and evaluation period, and subject to satisfactory performance, the position holder will be confirmed into a permanent engineering position under a permanent employment contract.
Key ResponsibilitiesAcquire foundational knowledge and practical experience in ceramic manufacturing processes, including raw material preparation, slip casting, glazing, firing (kiln operations), and finishing processes.
Support process monitoring, data collection, and analysis to identify opportunities for process optimization, yield improvement, and defect reduction in alignment with production targets and quality standards.
Execute assigned improvement and engineering projects according to the designated production station and development phase.
Perform laboratory testing and evaluation related to raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality requirements.
Ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), process control parameters, quality systems, and safety regulations throughout all production and laboratory activities.
Skills Required
- Foundational knowledge or willingness to learn ceramic manufacturing processes (raw material prep, slip casting, glazing, firing, finishing)
- Perform laboratory testing and evaluate raw materials, in-process items, and finished goods to meet specifications
- Support process monitoring, collect and analyze production data to identify optimization opportunities
- Execute assigned engineering and improvement projects at production stations
- Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures, process control parameters, quality systems, and safety regulations
- Participation in a structured two-year graduate / junior engineer development program
What We Do
Opportunities for go-getters and goal-setters – become part of Villeroy & Boch! Ceramic is our strength. But the ability to perceive things differently is also part of our DNA. For this precise reason, we are looking for motivated colleagues to join our 8,000 employees in 125 countries. People who are eager to make things happen and rise to new challenges. And to work with us to shape Villeroy & Boch's successful future. Find out more about our extensive and varied vacancies offering excellent career and development prospects – in departments including Marketing & Sales, Online Marketing & E-commerce, HR, Finance, SCM, IT and Production. Take your first step on the career ladder with Villeroy & Boch Pupils: build solid foundations for your career with an apprenticeship or a dual study programme. Students: from work experience to student traineeships or dissertation – opportunities are available in many different departments. Graduates: as part of our junior programme, we support you all the way to your first management position. Professionals: we offer exciting opportunities for people at all stages of their careers, from entry-level positions to management roles. You will take on exciting tasks as well as responsibility at Villeroy & Boch from day one. Because we firmly believe that each and every one of our employees has his or her own very individual strengths. We will help to you fully explore this valuable potential, with tailored training and development programmes, a balance between career and family life, an attractive working environment with impressive architecture, modern offices and a friendly atmosphere. And, of course, by rewarding outstanding performance. Visit our careers website now to find out more about the company and our current vacancies. We look forward to hearing from you. Visit villeroyboch.com/career! Legal notice & privacy policy: https://www.villeroy-boch.de/social-media-datenschutz-impressum.html
