Careers at GEADiscover your opportunities

GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for

food processing and a wide range of other industries.

The global group specializes in machinery, plants,

as well as process technology and components.

GEA provides sustainable solutions for sophisticated

production processes in diverse end-user markets

and offers a comprehensive service portfolio.

In more than 50 countries around the world, more

than 18,500 employees contribute to GEA’s success.

They work in global teams, while at the same time

staying close to our customers at the local level.

At GEA, you will have the opportunity to work

with great people from a variety of backgrounds

on exciting and challenging projects.

Who we are andwhat we do

Approx. one quarter

of processed milk

comes from GEA

production systems.

Every third

chicken nugget is

produced using

GEA technology.

Approx. every third

process line for

instant coffee was

installed by GEA.

Approx. every second

liter of beer is brewed

with the aid of systems

and process solutions

from GEA.

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GEA – “engineering fora better world“

Total R&D expenditure

in 2018:

€ 128.7million

50,000tonnes of CO2 emissions are avoided

each year thanks to the world’s largest

ammonia heat pump installed by GEA

in Malmö, Sweden, for district heating “I’ve worked for several marketing agencies with large

international accounts, but when I made the switch to

the customers’ side I was keen to find a company that

fits with what I believe in. At GEA, we deliver inno-

vative engineering that improves the lives of people

all over the world and even of animals.”

Olga Bryzgalova,

Head of Country Marketing at GEA in Russia

GEA’s unique OxyCheck technology reduces

food waste by checking the oxygen content

and seal integrity of every single product on

the packaging line. 54

A truly global company withlocal connections

“What I’m most excited about? Being able to talk with

experts from around the world in many different

fields. Through them, we have access to an enormous

amount of knowledge and the best part is that they

are eager to share it with us.”

Fernando Dias,

Process Analyst at GEA in Brazil

São Paulo, Brazil

18,500employees

around

70nationalities

56countries

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Growing together

“The best thing for me

is how much control you

have over your own

personal journey: a path

is traced out, but you can

shape your own itinerary.”

Henrik Boettner,

Head of Farm System Solutions

at GEA in Germany

Globally, GEA

offers more than

training opportunities

700

Sandra Volmerg,

Mechatronic Technician

at GEA in Germany

Josef Tsantekidis,

Welder at GEA in

Germany

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Corporate Services & BusinessAdministrationOur first-class teams in Corporate

Services and Business Administration

provide a network of essential support

to keep GEA operations and business

processes running smoothly.

These services comprise: Purchasing,

Controlling & Finance, Legal, Human

Resources, Communication & Marketing,

Corporate Affairs, Health & Safety.

EngineeringEngineering is the foundation of every-

thing we do: from complete milking

systems and food processing plants to

pharmaceutical manufacturing and

industrial refrigeration. Our engineering

expertise touches the lives of millions

of people around the world every day –

a quarter of all milk processed in dairies

and one in three production lines for

instant coffee are based on processes

created by GEA engineers.

ITWith operations worldwide, GEA

depends on cost-efficient IT services

that meet the highest international

standards for technical infrastructure

and global applications.

Manufacturing & ProductionOur Manufacturing & Production teams

produce and assemble components,

machines, systems and plants – primarily

on a made-to-order basis. Through

our global engineering and production

network, we provide customers

with solutions that are tailored to their

individual requirements.

Project & Product ManagementFrom upgrading machinery in an exis-

ting plant to a huge turnkey installation

worth up to € 70-80 million, GEA offers

exciting, international opportunities

for experienced project and product

managers.

Quality ManagementGEA process technology and equipment

relies on precision engineering. By

following strict quality management

principles we ensure that our products

maintain a high level of reliable

performance and the same standards

worldwide.

machines, systems and plants – primarily

our global engineering and production

with solutions that are tailored to their

Project & Product ManagementFrom upgrading machinery in an exis-

ting plant to a huge turnkey installation

worth up to € 70-80 million, GEA offers

exciting, international opportunities

for experienced project and product

Quality ManagementGEA process technology and equipment

relies on precision engineering. By

following strict quality management

principles we ensure that our products

maintain a high level of reliable

performance and the same standards

Your opportunities at GEA

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Your opportunities at GEA

Research & DevelopmentAll GEA processing technology and

equipment starts with an idea.

We have a strong innovation culture

and actively encourage our employees

to transform their ideas into compe-

titive products and build tomorrow’s

world today.

ServiceGEA technology is built to last, and

regular servicing throughout its life

cycle will ensure optimum perfor-

mance. Our service engineers keep

GEA machinery in excellent working

condition, and can take care of the

full spectrum of field servicing,

including commissioning, inspection,

maintenance and the implementation

of upgrades.

SalesOur sales teams represent the inter-

face between GEA and its customers.

They sell equipment and technologies

to customers worldwide.

GEA’s pharmaceutical systems:

we are a global specialist in solid

and liquid dose technology

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Jump-start your career with GEA

Just starting your career? GEA could be the right

place for you, whether you’ve just finished school,

are studying or have already graduated.

Apprenticeship,Co-operative EducationIn Germany GEA offers secondary

school leavers the chance to start their

career journey with an international

company through an apprenticeship or

a dual system of vocational education

and academic studies.

Internship,Student Trainee, Final ThesisThrough internships and working

student arrangements, GEA provides

university students with the oppor-

tunity to look behind the scenes of

a global business. 

International Graduate ProgramGEA off ers an exciting International

Graduate Program. In this program

you can learn about diff erent facets

of GEA’s business and boost your

skills through focused individual

development.

Direct EntryGEA offers ambitious university

graduates who want to make an impact

the opportunity to work on challenging

assignments in an international organi-

zation. Graduates can join the company

directly by applying for a suitable

vacancy.

“For me, the most important thing in this program

is the international exchange and the opportunity

to go abroad for different assignments. This enables

me to not only improve my technical knowledge,

but also further my personal development over a

two-year period.”

Caroline Siemen,

Participant in the GEA International Graduate Program

in Germany

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Contributing to a better world,together

That is exactly what we do at GEA, with a workforce of

approximately 18,500 people around the world. Because we

really want to make the world a better place.

How exactly do we do this? We help our customers tackle

global challenges such as the need for more food, beverages

and medicines meeting the highest safety standards, and

doing more with less energy and water.

“GEA is just a fantastic company to work for.

Right from the start, I felt that we were a

family and that I could turn to colleagues or

management if there were any problems.

‘My door is always open’ is something that

can be taken quite literally here.”

Annemarie Harmsen,

Manager of Strategy & Application Development

at GEA in the Netherlands

Stefan Klebert,

CEO of GEA

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GEA Values

ExcellenceWe stand for excellencein everything we do.

PassionWe work with passionwithout obsession.

IntegrityWe walk our talk.

ResponsibilityWe feel responsible forour actions.

GEA-versityWe recognize and appreciatedifferences across borders.

Explore real life stories

about GEA people, search for

vacancies and apply at:

gea.com/careers

Follow us on LinkedIn:

linkedin.com/company/geagroup

Stay in touch

Dr. José Alberto

Laporte Uribe,

Animal Scientist

at GEA in Germany

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We live our values.Excellence • Passion • Integrity • Responsibility • GEA-versity

GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for food processing and a

wide range of other industries. The global group specializes in machinery,

plants, as well as process technology and components. GEA provides

sustainable solutions for sophisticated production processes in diverse

end-user markets and offers a comprehensive service portfolio.

The company is listed on the German MDAX (G1A, WKN 660 200),

the STOXX® Europe 600 Index and selected MSCI Global Sustainability

Indexes.

GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft

Peter-Müller-Str. 12, 40468 Düsseldorf, Germany

Phone +49 211 9136-0, gea.com 2019

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