Dries Weytjens
About Dries Weytjens
Dries Weytjens is a Product Line Specialist in Filling and Closing at JBT Foodtech, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from KU Leuven.
Work at JBT FoodTech
Dries Weytjens has been employed at JBT FoodTech since 2019, serving as a Product Line Specialist in Filling and Closing. In this role, he focuses on optimizing filling and closing processes within the company's product lines. His expertise contributes to the development and enhancement of packaging solutions in the food technology sector. JBT FoodTech is known for its innovative equipment and systems that improve food processing and packaging efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Dries Weytjens holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from KU Leuven, where he studied from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from KU Leuven, studying from 2014 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Background
Dries Weytjens began his professional career with various roles that provided him with diverse experiences. He worked as a Student Worker at Rexel in Paris in 2014 and later served as a Junior Business Developer at BMW Group Belux in Bornem, Belgium, from 2017 to 2018. Following this, he worked as a Consultant Engineer at FM Global in Johnston, Rhode Island, from 2018 to 2019. His early career experiences contributed to his development in engineering and business.
Internship Experience
In 2015, Dries Weytjens completed a three-month internship as a Research Intern at Biocartis in Mechelen, Antwerpen, Belgium. This internship provided him with practical experience in a research environment, allowing him to apply his academic knowledge to real-world challenges in the biotechnology sector.