Application Deadline: June 3, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Dufil Prima Foods Ltd Graduate Engineer Trainee Program, an exciting career opportunity for young Nigerian engineering graduates looking to build experience in the manufacturing and FMCG industry.
Dufil Prima Foods Ltd is one of Nigeria’s leading fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies with multiple processing facilities across the country. The company is seeking ambitious and talented graduates who are passionate about engineering, innovation, and manufacturing operations.
The Graduate Engineer Trainee Programme is designed to equip young professionals with practical technical experience and hands-on exposure within a modern manufacturing environment.
About the Programme
Successful candidates will participate in an intensive engineering and operations training programme covering:
- Production operations
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Utilities management
- Process optimization
- Troubleshooting and fault diagnosis
- Safety and quality systems
- Engineering project execution
Trainees will work closely with experienced engineering and production teams while gaining exposure to:
- Production and packaging machinery
- Utilities systems
- Automation technologies
- Manufacturing processes in FMCG operations
Key Responsibilities
Selected trainees will:
- Participate in structured engineering and operational training
- Learn the operation and maintenance of production equipment
- Support troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical faults
- Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance activities
- Monitor equipment performance and report technical issues
- Participate in continuous improvement projects
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
- Prepare technical and operational reports
- Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Automation/Instrumentation Engineering
- Minimum of:
- Second Class Upper (2:1), or
- Upper Credit
- Must not be more than 30 years old
- Must have:
- 0–2 years post-graduation experience
- Completed NYSC or currently serving
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment, including shift operations where required
- Passion for engineering and manufacturing processes
Available Locations
Successful candidates may be posted to any of the following locations:
- Lagos
- Port Harcourt
- Kaduna
- Aba
- Sango Ota
Why You Should Apply
The programme provides young graduates with an opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on engineering experience
- Work in a leading FMCG manufacturing company
- Develop technical and operational skills
- Learn from experienced industry professionals
- Build a long-term career in manufacturing and engineering operations
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Dufil Prima Foods Ltd Graduate Engineer Trainee Program 2026 is June 3, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company website for more information and application details or APPLY HERE

