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Lore Van Gestel

Process Engineer
Olen, Belgium
Cobalt & Specialty Materials
Working for Umicore since 2018
"I want to break the circle. When you have more diverse teams, you get more diverse solutions."

Can you describe your role at Umicore?

As a Process Engineer I focus on projects to improve the production processes of our Cobalt and Nickle products and I investigate new business opportunities. I started my career at Umicore in the R&D department where I did research on the recycling of batteries.

What do you enjoy about working for Umicore?

Working at Umicore is very versatile, which I like a lot. You come into contact with a diverse group of colleagues, projects and challenges. Umicore cares about their employees by offering various initiatives to connect with people like team buildings and sports initiatives, … In this way you can connect with colleagues and combine networking with a healthy activity.

Why did you want to join Umicore?

By working at Umicore, I can contribute to find solutions for a more sustainable world, that we contribute to a circular economy.