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Trainee – Application & Flavour Development (6‑month rotation)
dsm-firmenich · Midrand
Job description
About the role
This 6‑month trainee programme offers a hands‑on rotation across several functions within our laboratory. You will gain practical experience in flavour application for sweet, savoury and beverage products while developing a solid understanding of daily operations.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor personal performance against defined KPIs and review progress regularly.
- Work under the guidance of mentors and coaches to ensure continuous development.
- Apply flavours to sweet goods, savoury dishes and beverage applications.
- Participate in regular product tasting sessions to evaluate flavour performance.
- Produce prototype samples for ongoing projects.
- Receive, inspect and control raw materials entering the lab.
- Organise and refresh stock samples to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Record experimental data using company software.
- Support the smooth operation of the laboratory environment.
- Adhere strictly to safety, hygiene and environmental protection standards.
Required profile
- Enrolled in a relevant scientific or food‑technology degree program.
- Strong interest in product development and laboratory work.
- Willingness to learn and follow detailed procedures.
Required skills
- Basic data entry using laboratory software.
What we offer
- Structured mentorship and coaching throughout the rotation.
- Exposure to multiple product lines and real‑world projects.
- Opportunity to develop cross‑functional expertise in a fast‑paced environment.
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