Issue 2/24
Check out three inspiring stories from Bühler colleagues and locations in Denmark, Indonesia, and Morocco.
September 2024
Bianca Richle
Haas Meincke A/S, which became part of Bühler in 2018 through the acquisition of the Haas Group, specializes in equipment and process technologies for biscuits and crackers. Bühler, building on the founders' innovative modular biscuit production design from 70 years ago, continues to lead the global biscuit segment with its advanced, easily shipped and assembled technology.
Check out the video about the grand opening.
Jeanneariel Assah
The opening in December served as an opportunity to bring together all BJKT colleagues, fostering engagement and a deeper understanding of the business. This immersive experience, with guided tours of the new service station, allowed team members to gain insights from their peers about the roll refluting process, learn the importance of effective inventory management, and acquaint themselves with our latest advancements in chocolate, coffee, and optical sorting machinery.
The inauguration represents the culmination of a comprehensive restructuring of our service operations in BJKT throughout 2023. In alignment with the Horizon25 strategy, the decision was made to close the auxiliary fabrication workshop in favor of third-party procurement, relocate roll and die services from east to west Java, consolidate stock locations for parts and single machines, and discontinue the Cocoa Application Center and replace it with up-to-date testing machines for chocolate, coffee, and optical sorting.
The relocation of the service station (previously in Gempol, Jawa Timur) and roll and die services from east to west Java allow proximity to a larger customer base as well as to our headquarters in Jakarta. Setting up the warehouse in one location consolidates the location of spare parts and SMB (Single Machine Business) and meets customer expectations related to availability. It also means a 50% reduction in inventory value and operational costs for local service operations.
The trial center offers our customers in south-east Asia and Australia a range of services, training, equipment trials, and analysis, in addition to process and product development for cocoa, chocolate, coffee, and flour. Customers can test equipment, refine the development of their products, and receive training in automation and cocoa, chocolate, and milling solutions.
Our new service station brings together both operational and sales objectives, in line with our Horizon25 strategy. We have right-sized our parts and machine inventory, reducing our net working capital and operating expenditure. Bringing our service station and more trial machines closer to our customers has already unlocked new growth opportunities.
Philippe De Meyer,
Managing Director of Bühler Indonesia
This collaborative effort harmonizes operational, financial, and customer-centric objectives, and means all our operations are now strategically located in Jakarta. These changes not only enhance operational efficiency, but also allow us to better cater to the needs of our customers and reflect Bühler’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
Hanane Hamimach
The Shabab Program took its first steps in 2018. Starting as a two-year training pathway, it offered graduates the invaluable opportunity to blend academic theories with hands-on practical training. Our goal was to bridge the gap between educational institutions and the dynamic world of Bühler, ensuring a seamless transition from academic life to a rewarding professional career.
As we celebrate the graduation of our third class, it’s important to highlight the milestones that have defined the Shabab Program. Soufiane El Ouarrate, a graduate from the first class of the Shabab Program, now holds the position of Lead Process Engineer. His expertise and dedication epitomize the program’s success. Meanwhile, Raja Ben Moh, who completed the second class, is commemorating her fifth year with Bühler as a Customer Service Quotation Engineer.
The latest class of Shabab graduates is adding new vigor to Bühler: El Mehdi Charafi, Oussama Ait Baassi and Jaouad Moudni are now assuming pivotal roles as Service Engineer, Process Engineer, and Automation Project Engineer.
During the two-year program, our apprentices benefited from the knowledge of our local experts and received training locally and abroad. They also participated in major client projects to deepen their skills and apply the theoretical concepts they have learned.
As we celebrate the graduation of the third class, we recognize that the Shabab Program is more than just training. It is a commitment to continuous learning and innovation. This year, our commitment to empowering young talents was further emphasized by the visits of Irene Mark-Eisenring, our CHRO (Chief Human Resources Officer), and Ganesha Murthy, our MAI-HHR (Head of Human Resources of MAI region). Their presence at the graduation ceremony signifies the value and support Bühler places on the Shabab Program and in young talents. It underscores the company’s strategic vision to not only build a robust workforce but to also become an employer of choice for aspiring professionals.
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