What does a Dairy Technologist (EFZ) do?

You turn milk into cheese, yogurt, butter, and cream.

What education does Dairy Technologist (EFZ) require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Dairy Technologist (EFZ) earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 52'000, mid ~CHF CHF 66'000 per year (approximate).

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Dairy Technologist (EFZ)

Food & Beverages

Dairy technologists process raw milk into various dairy products such as cheese, yogurt, butter, and cream. They monitor production processes, conduct quality controls, and operate modern equipment. Hygiene, precision, and technical understanding are key requirements.

Entry

~CHF 52'000

CHF 4'333/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 66'000

CHF 5'500/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 82'000

CHF 6'833/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Dairy Technologist (EFZ)

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 52'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics6/10

🔬 Science8/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual6/10

🎨 Artistic3/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact4/10

💪 Physical Demands6/10

📈 Career Growth6/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)4/10

✨ AI Risk5/10

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