Position Title:  Technical Services Trainee (Manufacturing)

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’re transforming our business to build a smoke-free future. This transformation creates exciting opportunities for people who are ready to learn, grow, and make an impact from day one.

We’re looking for a Technical Services Trainee to join our Manufacturing team in Dakar. If you’re passionate about engineering, enjoy solving problems, and want to gain hands-on experience in a world-class manufacturing environment, this could be the opportunity for you.

Your Impact

As a TSS Trainee, you will support our Process and Asset Engineering teams in improving production performance, maintaining equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll develop valuable technical skills while contributing to projects that enhance productivity, quality, and operational excellence.

Your Responsibilities

Production Process Support

• Assist in maintaining sustainable manufacturing processes and equipment standards.
• Monitor production processes and support initiatives to improve efficiency and eliminate operational losses.
• Analyse production performance and recommend improvements when process parameters fall outside established standards.
• Support the development and maintenance of process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Assist in training production employees on manufacturing processes, systems, and operational standards.

Asset Management Support

Working closely with the Asset Engineer, you will:

• Support the procurement of spare parts from local suppliers.
• Assist with managing sub-assembly components and equipment lifecycle activities.
• Create Purchase Requisitions (PRs).
• Help maintain accurate maintenance records within SAP, CMMS, and other maintenance systems.
• Support spare parts planning, inventory management, and consumables budgeting.
• Participate in supplier identification and evaluation to improve cost, quality, and service.

Quality, Documentation and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure production documentation is maintained in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist in developing and reviewing process documentation, including process flow diagrams, risk assessments, and control plans.
• Support internal and external quality audits and track corrective actions.
• Participate in investigating non-conformances, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and follow up on improvement actions to ensure timely completion.

About You

You are curious, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. You have strong analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and a genuine interest in manufacturing and engineering.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Experience

• Working experience to maintenance or asset management is a key requirement
• Intermediate English proficiency.

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across different teams.
• Good organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Learning agility and adaptability.
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong commitment to quality and safety.
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Why Join PMI?

At PMI, you’ll do more than start your career. You’ll be part of an organisation that’s redefining its industry through innovation and technology.

You’ll benefit from:

• Hands-on learning with experienced engineering professionals.
• Exposure to world-class manufacturing technologies and systems.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful improvement projects.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment where your ideas matter.
• Continuous learning and professional development to help you build a successful engineering career.

If you’re ready to grow your engineering career while helping shape the future of manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.