Graduate Trainee – Technical (Engineering & Production).

Company: Nestlé Cote d’Ivoire Location: Abidjan Yopougon & Zone 4 Position Type: Fixed Term (18 months) Minimum Educational Qualification: Minimum bachelor’s degree or a Bac+4/5 in Engineering, Production or Technical background from a recognized university. Minimum Relevant Work Experience: At least a minimum of 1 year working experience.

Position Summary:

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human company driven by our purpose to enhance the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future.

The Nestlé Cote D’ivoire Graduate Trainee Program is a career development program designed to grow the next generation of leaders. This program offers a unique opportunity to be trained, mentored and coached in leadership skills, enhancing your professional development and future career prospects.

Your Other Responsibilities Will Include:

Production

• Support daily manufacturing operations to achieve production targets.

• Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Assist in implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Analyze production data and prepare performance reports.

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and food safety standards.

• Participate in problem-solving and operational excellence projects.

Engineering

• Support maintenance and reliability activities to ensure equipment availability.

• Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process issues.

• Participate in engineering projects aimed at improving efficiency and productivity.

• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

• Contribute to automation, digitalization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with engineering, safety, and environmental standards.

What Will Make You Successful?

• Minimum bachelor’s degree or a Bac+4/5 in Engineering, Production or Technical background from a recognized university.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Strong learning agility and adaptability.

• Automation and digitalization experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

• Interest in manufacturing and factory operations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

• Basic level of English language is required.

• Demonstrated leadership potential through academic, community, or extracurricular activities.

“Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law”.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Kindly note that deadline for applications will be 28th August 2026.