Engineering Graduate - Europe

ABP Food Group

  • Ireland
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Part of ABP Food Group, C&D Foods & Affiliates is one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of pet food, offering specially formulated cat and dog food of superior quality and value. Over the past 60 years, we’ve grown to become a leader in the private label market.We are delighted to invite applicants to apply for the position of Engineering Graduate, This role will include relocation to one of our European sites with regular travel to our 7 manufacturing locations (Ireland, UK, Spain, France, Denmark, Holland & Austria). This will provide the candidate with exposure to multiple locations to gain an in depth understanding of our business and develop their career in Engineering.Our business is supported by its renewable, beef and protein divisions, which combine to ensure the value of by-products is maximized and the environmental impact of the business and our customers is minimized. Our company has doubled the size of its business in the past 10 years and continues to seek additional growth opportunities through organic initiatives and potential acquisitions.Opportunity DetailsThis engineering programme will give you opportunity to work with advanced processing machinery with all the demands of a fast paced environment. You will work alongside highly skilled engineers striving to attain engineering excellence whilst eliminating waste and reducing costs.You will build on your current knowledge gained in your engineering degree and / or apprenticeship to continuously improve processes to exceed customer expectations.This is a factory-based role with opportunity for managerial experience from a very early stage. You will take on responsibility and real time challenges through dynamic projects and people management.You will need a “can do attitude” and a passion for engineering. A positive approach will be essential along with excellent problem solving skills and an abundance of drive and determination.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and vibrant team in an all-encompassing training program!Knowledge & ExperienceWe are looking for a candidate that has an Electrical, Mechanical or Process Engineering degree.We also want someone who is:
  • Passionate about food and has an appreciation for the complexities that come with a career in food
  • Has strong problem-solving skills
  • An inquisitive nature
  • An interest in new technologies
  • Adaptable to change
  • Highly computer literate
  • Flexible and willing to travel within Ireland, the UK & Europe
  • Holds a full driving licence
  • Additional Language will preferable

ABP Food Group