Givaudan Careers Operations OLP- Florence

Givaudan • Florence, KY

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About The Position

Givaudan is hiring highly motivated 2025 chemical, mechanical, and industrial engineering graduates for its Operations Leadership Program (OLP), serving locations including Florence, Kentucky. The 18–24 month program combines structured learning and development, on-the-job training, project management opportunities, and preparation for a leadership role in a people-oriented production environment. Associates must be open to relocation during the program and upon graduation, including assignments at other Givaudan sites, and must complete an international rotational assignment.

The program includes 10–12 months of operations rotations across areas such as production, quality control, warehouse and distribution, production planning and scheduling, plant maintenance, regional engineering, and quality/industrialization. Associates receive a departmental sponsor or learning leader during each rotation. A nine-month cross-functional component provides exposure to areas beyond manufacturing, potentially including safety, operational accounting, HR, flavor creation, science and technology, sales, customer care, regulatory, regional supply chain, and samples. Associates also manage or participate in projects, develop advanced people-leadership skills, and take responsibility for supervising and coordinating the day-to-day tactical operation of a department. The program includes an international rotation of approximately one month.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Willingness to relocate for assignments at other Givaudan sites.
• Willingness to complete an international rotational assignment.
• Demonstrated supervisory and/or leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant internship or co-op experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned operations rotations in areas such as production, quality control, warehouse and distribution, production planning and scheduling, plant maintenance, regional engineering, and quality/industrialization.
• Participate in cross-functional assignments outside manufacturing and production.
• Manage or participate in projects throughout the program.
• Develop advanced people-leadership skills and transition into a leadership role.
• Supervise and coordinate efforts related to the tactical day-to-day operation of a department.
• Complete an international rotational assignment.
• Relocate for assignments at other Givaudan sites during the program and upon graduation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level