Because I care.

Explaining bear & fan of change

As an "explaining bear", I like to tell the people around me about plastics, recycling and sustainability. This often leads to interesting, in-depth discussions. Passing on knowledge and information is also part of my work as a Process Technician at EREMA and as a training representative for commissioning technicians. It is always important to me to show others alternative ways, but not to try to change their minds. It's important to me to let everyone express their opinion. It's about being with each other, not against each other. That's the only way we can be the driving force for the circular economy and a clean world.

I find it hard to imagine working for any other company. I appreciate that it is people that are in the foreground, rather than their work or education. Here, everyone is treated with the same level of respect. And because of that, many of my colleagues have already become friends. I can also identify very well with the vision and mission. And my values are very much in line with the company's.

Standing still means step backwards - especially in terms of an important topic such as the future of our planet. It's all the more rewarding when in my job I can teach others, help them progress, so that over the long term we make a contribution to the success of the company and to global recycling.

I am fully behind my work when the projects are thought through to the end and when I see that the trainees - my new colleagues - become more independent. Especially if I then receive positive feedback from them for my work. This can cause goose bumps moments now and again.

Technical tinkerer and conscientious optimiser

The ecological footprint we leave behind not only affects the environment, but also the way we live. I know that my actions also play a big role in the future - that's why I work for a green technology company whose products make it possible to save resources and reduce CO2. A challenging task! But that is exactly what I need to make my work worth doing. That, a great team and a good espresso!

I always wanted to become a technician, and electrical engineering in particular interested me from an early age. As a kid, I used to help my dad fix things around the house. Today I am a process control engineer.

My job is to continuously scrutinise processes and make sure they are perfectly coordinated. By optimising plants and ensuring higher efficiency, I create value for people and the environment. The mix of test runs, meetings and recording results make my job interesting and challenging. It gives me a good feeling to roll out projects that support everyone involved, customers and colleagues.

Where others face challenges, I see opportunity. So many things are possible when you put your mind to it! That's why I cycle to work every day, in all seasons, in all weathers. My passion is also my job!

Keen junior accountant

Don't skimp and don't be sloppy - that's important in my job. I am currently doing the office apprenticeship and am already contributing to the success of the company by applying skill and a calm head - even in times of stress. There are so, so many things I like about my apprenticeship: the further training and language courses, the opportunities for promotion, the gym and the delicious food in the company restaurant and, of course, the great apprentice days!

My job gives me a lot of variety because I get to work in different departments during the apprenticeship. Ideas for improvements and further developments are welcome everywhere and at any time. I am currently working in the accounting department and I know for sure that I have found my future profession! Everything feels just right, especially the office atmosphere and working together with colleagues.

And of course, I also think it's great that I work in a field that creates new things from recycled "plastic waste", in addition to PET bottles, such great things as skateboards, chairs, pens and much more. That makes a lot of sense!

Pioneer with a passion for research

I like the multi-faceted applications my company delivers. On the one hand, the Group covers the "big picture", but at the same time always keeps an eye on the details and sustainability aspects. We handle our tasks with responsibility and energy. The strong feeling of togetherness does not exclude self-development and self-determined work. We keep up with the times while at the same time are always one step ahead. That's what makes pioneers!

I think it's great that trust is placed in everyone. Praise is given and employees are actively encouraged to think for themselves. This also applies to the apprenticeship workshops, where we are actively looking to nurture the talents of tomorrow. In the team, you sense that everyone has a similar mindset. Also in terms of recycling and upcycling. You can feel the enthusiasm and conviction for what we do here.

This also applies to me, of course: I enjoy my work as a product manager in the Deinking & Water Technologies division at KEYCYCLE! By advancing technologies for removing ink from plastics and related R&D topics, I can improve the value stream, extend the value chain and make a significant contribution to the circular economy. The result is that I am fulfilling a childhood dream: back then, I wanted to become a biologist or a researcher, build drinking water treatment plants in Africa and make our earth a little better. The EREMA Group has made this possible for me.

Creative research engineer and motivated problem solver

As a research engineer, I develop products every day that contribute to recycling. My work provides numerous benefits to the environment and other people, including my colleagues who need my laboratory analyses to develop the right set-up for machines. And of course our customers, because their machines work the way they want them to. That motivates me!

My field of work is varied: I get to contribute my knowledge in many areas of technology and solve challenges in a very hands-on way. I deal with the legal aspects of food safety. In doing so, I support our customers in obtaining approval for the machines from the authorities. I also develop innovations for the circular economy and can fully apply my creative potential in this way.

Having started as a part-time lab student parallel to my studies some years ago, and having worked full-time as a research engineer in the meantime, I now take responsibility for the lab, the analyses and the lab staff for the future.

In keeping with the EREMA Group philosophy, it is important to me that the work is carried out precisely, that cooperation within the team works well and that each and every person has sufficient freedom to develop their personal potential.

It is also fun and gives me so much positive energy at the start of the working day that it's easy for me to do my best and take projects to the next level.

Solution-oriented optimist and fair team player

As a child I was already interested in technology and it soon became clear that I wanted to follow a technical profession. That's why I completed an apprenticeship as an industrial electrician. At EREMA I gained more knowledge as an acceptance test electrician. Today, I pass this knowledge on to young people myself as an apprentice trainer. At the moment I am helping 16 apprentices work towards becoming professional technicians.

My employer gives me a lot of freedom and trust, which motivates me a lot. Especially in apprentice training it is important to try out new things every now and then, so the work remains exciting and challenging. My work means a great deal to me. After all, I am investing in the colleagues of tomorrow!

The greatest thing for me is when I see apprentices after 3.5 years of apprenticeship, how they have become fully integrated employees. Teaching and still being a good listener is just as important to me as looking at the big picture. I don't just see the trainees, but the people behind them. In this way, even difficult situations can be solved - because mutual respect ensures the basis for discussion. It is not just about numbers, but about people and that they get the support that they need. The time I spend at work is very important to me, which is why I invest it in a company that shares my values.

With people who support and motivate each other, a great deal can be achieved on both a small and a large scale. Because the company is constantly growing and developing, new perspectives and opportunities are also constantly being created for young, dedicated colleagues. I enjoy working in a large, dynamic team that treats each other with respect.

You can tell you are in the right job when it doesn't drain energy, but gives you energy. That's why there's no reason for me to think about an employer other than EREMA.