Louis Vuitton Ergonomist (Apprenticeship)

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Louis Vuitton is hiring an Ergonomist (Apprenticeship) in Sainte‑Florence (Les Essarts en Vendée), France — internship starting Sept 2026 (1–2 year alternance).

Overview

Les Ateliers Louis Vuitton form the production and manufacturing arm of Louis Vuitton, a maison within the LVMH group. The ateliers combine traditional savoir‑faire with industrial processes to produce luxury leather goods and accessories. As an employer the brand prioritizes craftsmanship, technical excellence, continuous improvement and on‑the‑job learning across production and quality functions.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Carry out ergonomic workstation assessments (cotation) from the design phase in close collaboration with the product development team.
  • Lead ergonomic studies on collective issues such as gestures, postures and work organisation to identify risk factors.
  • Identify and propose improvement solutions across three axes: technical (tools, workstation layout), organisational (flows, work rhythms) and individual (operator adaptations).
  • Collaborate with the site occupational health nurse to develop and implement musculoskeletal disorder (MSD/TMS) prevention measures.
  • Support teams and managers in the introduction and evaluation of new ergonomic equipment (fixtures, assembly aids, exoskeletons).
  • Drive on‑site awareness, training and dissemination of ergonomic best practices among operators and supervisors.
  • Contribute to ad hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the HR and production teams.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Bac+4/5 programme with a specialisation in ergonomics, STAPS (sports sciences) or human sciences, suitable for an alternance/apprenticeship.
  • Available to start in September 2026 for a 1‑ or 2‑year alternance; applicants must indicate preferred start and end dates on their CV or cover letter.
  • Ability to work on site at Les Essarts en Vendée (Sainte‑Florence) and perform field observations.
  • Strong autonomy, organisation and rigor; proven interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Motivation for fieldwork, creativity and the capacity to take initiative and propose practical solutions.

Skills

Ergonomic workstation assessment and cotation during product and process design Ergonomic studies of gestures, postures and work organisation Identification and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD/TMS) Knowledge of ergonomic assessment methods (e.g. RULA, REBA and other observational tools) — inferred Implementation and evaluation of ergonomic aids (fixtures, jigs, exoskeletons) Collaboration with HR, occupational health and development teams Training, awareness raising and communication on ergonomics best practices Field observation, qualitative data collection and report writing Project‑oriented mindset and continuous improvement approach

Experience

Entry‑level (Débutant). No prior professional experience required; suitable for students enrolled in an alternance/apprenticeship pathway.

Education

Bac +4/5 (Master level) in Ergonomics, STAPS, Human Sciences or equivalent; enrolment in an alternance/apprenticeship programme is required.

Workplace

This position is based in Sainte-Florence, Pays de la Loire, France, within easy reach of Nantes. Cerulean lists 7 open roles in Sainte-Florence, including 5 posted recently. The broader Pays de la Loire area accounts for 37 active listings on Cerulean, 5 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.313 open positions, with 147 posted this week.

Culture

Les Ateliers Louis Vuitton blend artisanal craftsmanship with industrial rigour, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continual improvement. The workplace emphasises hands‑on learning, cross‑functional collaboration and respect for craft, offering exposure to both production techniques and product development challenges.

About Cerulean

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