High Potential Trainee, Maintenance Dedicated

About the Role

This is a High Potential Trainee position focused on the Maintenance Department within Katoen Natie. The program spans a period of two years or less, involving an intensive and varied program of experiences at different Katoen Natie terminals. Participants will grow their careers through educational and practical experiences, with opportunities to join local and global projects and network internationally. The program involves operational assignments in various logistic activities (e.g., packaging, warehousing, logistics, rail, administration, commercial). Upon completion, the High Potential will be assigned a key position within a Katoen Natie terminal. This specific role requires dedication to the Maintenance Department throughout the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform various tasks in assistance or support of the KTN-organization.
• Manage a team, plan, and organize the team effectively.
• Solve practical problems, interpret instructions, and deal with a variety of variables.
• Complete administration paperwork relevant to your area, including payroll, planning, and other assigned documents.
• Complete and monitor Key Point Indicators (KPIs) for the assigned department.
• Complete/report required departmental reports on time.
• Analyze performance, propose, and implement improvements.
• Determine the training needs of your team, coordinating and assisting with implementation.
• Motivate and encourage your team, making suggestions and ideas for improvements.
• Perform audits to check the quality and safety of your team.
• Participate in company meetings (Management Review, Planning, CSR, etc.).
• Provide quality customer service, dealing with a variety of people professionally and courteously.

Safety Requirements

• Wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and follow/execute all safety procedures/rules as outlined in the KTN Safety Manuel and OSHA regulations.
• Possess a high standard for quality.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all procedures, instructions, and documents of the Katoen Natie Quality Manual relevant to the department and facility.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Spanish bilingual heavily preferred.
• Mathematical skills: ability to perform all basic calculations (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and equipment.
• Ability to work other than normal scheduled hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Work environment includes in and outdoor with possible extreme weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree – particularly with Engineering Technology concentration or equivalent.
• Detail oriented.
• Problem solver.
• Strong negotiator.
• Creative organizer.
• Continuous improvement mindset; coachable.
• Ability to effectively interact with all levels of KTN’s organization as well as with all levels of the customers’ organization.
• Ability to plan, execute, and complete work with little to no supervision.
• A natural leader with the ability to effectively communicate within an extremely diverse environment.