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Yeast Extract Process Engineer VIE Contract 18 months (MW)

Lesaffre


Job Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 12 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ready for an international challenge
Are you passionate about industrial processes and looking for an enriching experience abroad Join our team in Cedar Rapids Iowa USA as a Yeast Extract Process Engineer under a VIE contract!

The job at a glance 
For 18 months you will be involved in optimizing production processes supporting new equipment start-ups and contributing to new product development.

What you will do

  • Optimize production processes (autolysis microfiltration drying etc.) alongside the groups industrial management 
  • Support the drying department at Cedar Rapids 
  • Conduct and coordinate studies and continuous improvement actions in terms of time organization and cost 
  • Participate in the start-up of new installations 
  • Lead industrial trials 
  • Take on other assigned projects

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree or above preferably in food-industrial engineering 
  • At least 1 year of industrial field experience (postgraduate) 
  • Fluent English is mandatory
  • Solid knowledge of unit operations of industrial processes
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment with autonomy initiative and teamwork skills 
  • Strong communication skills and a hands-on engineering mindset 

Informations supplémentaires :

VIE Eligibility Criteria
You must be between 18 and 28 years old
You must be a citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA)
You must not have already completed a VIE assignment

Why choose this VIE

  • Gain valuable international experience in the USA 
  • Work on strategic projects in process optimization 
  • Develop your career in an industrial environment with high-impact 
  • VIE status tax benefits and an attractive package 

Start date: February 1 2027

Ready to take on this challenge Apply now!

Diversity & Inclusion: At Lesaffre diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to providing you with a working environment where you can thrive regardless of your background gender age or abilities. We welcome applications from all candidates as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of the future.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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