Are you an enthusiastic, self-driven and result oriented team player who is eager to learn and develop your professional path? Don't miss this exciting opportunity!Did you know Valmet's Filter Fabrics have been on the market since 1965?We are proud to manufacture the world's best filter fabrics for demanding process conditions. With almost 60 years' experience in process filtration, we offer the most extensive range of high-quality filter fabrics on the market as well as technical support for optimal performance. Our Production team is looking for its missing piece! If you have recently graduated from university, we welcome you to apply for our Trainee Program, as Continuous Improvement Trainee. The role is based in Ovar, Portugal. Greeting from your future manager!Carlos Barbosa, Senior Production ManagerWhat you will doApply previously acquired knowledge (or acquired during the program).Apply continuous improvement tools to the business (SMED, VSM, SOP, OPL, 5's, TPM, etc.).Interact with internal clients (other departments).Contribute with new ideas and tools that can help develop the business.Use SAP ERP system (when applicable).Who you areYou have recently graduated in Engineering, Management or related field.You have good collaboration and communication skills.You are fluent in English.You love developing and solving challenges in a pragmatic way;Knowledge of Power BI and other IT tools is considered an asset;Experience or participation in continuous improvement initiatives would be an asset;What we offer to youMeaningful job: We are proud of what we do. Our work highlights the expertise of our personnel, the high quality of our products and the company's values.Inspired and motivated teams: We have highly skilled workforce. We are a multifaceted, international organization that works as a team to achieve our shared objectives. You will become a part of our motivated and supporting work community.Development opportunities: With us you can build up your expertise. We provide opportunities to support your development throughout every stage of your traineeship. We offer you a chance to develop in an innovative work environment.Responsibility for people and environment: Our ethical principles embrace people as well as the environment. We are always striving to build a more sustainable future.Are you ready?Additional information:If this sounds like the kick-start to your professional career, please apply (cv must be in English) via the link provided no later than May 24, 2024. We are conducting interviews continuously; this means we might choose a candidate before the last application day. So, don't wait with your application!That feeling when everything works together is what makes working at Valmet unique!Join the team!