Industry Trainee Louis Dreyfus Company

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Job Description

• Seek knowledge and its practical application in the Company, oriented to the evolution of your career;
• Participate in the activities of the different operational areas
• Meet the Program’s schedule (rotations, evaluations, training, couching meetings) Seek feedback from the manager about their personal and professional performance;
• Participate as a member of the Management System Program in Uganda;
• Continuous improvement ideas implementation
• Participate in projects for operational areas efficiencies.
• Packaging supply chain innovations
• Participate in the SHE (Safety, Health, Environment) Toolbox meetings;
• Work in accordance with the Company’s Policies and Standards, meeting the determinations of the SHE Management System, Local and Divisional Procedures
• Carrying out safety inspections in the sector itself, to avoid the occurrence of accidents.
• Comply with the provisions of the emergency plan and participate in simulations.
• Comply with good hygiene practices.
• Comply with the provisions of the Food Quality and Safety policy.
• Comply with the Food Safety Management System.
• Comply with the provisions of the Food Safety Management System documents.
• Execute the programs of order and cleaning of the area.
• Support with Food Safety activities/requirements.

Experience

The ideal candidate should:

• Possess a recent university degree, preferably in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Chemical, or Electrical) Having graduated within the past 24 months.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production/process environment with flexible shift patterns.
• Have excellent communication and data analysis skills using Excel are essential.
• Be adaptable, a team player, and willing to travel within Uganda, including upcountry locations.
• have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required, along with strong organizational skills, thoroughness, focus, and attention to detail.
• Have a proactive approach and self-initiative are crucial, as is a curious and eager attitude towards learning.
• Prior experience working or interning in a multinational company is advantageous.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Luganda is required.