Kerry Graduate Programme 2026 - Manufacturing (UK) at Kerry Group

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Agility, Collaboration, Sustainability, Digitalization, Automation, Performance Metrics, Operational Excellence

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Manufacturing Graduate Start date September 2026 Locations Hartlepool; Menstrie (UK) Contract permanent; full time Join Kerry and Shape the Future of Sustainable Nutrition At Kerry, we’re tackling one of humanity’s greatest challenges delivering sustainable nutrition to over 2 billion people while protecting our planet. It’s a monumental task, and we need ambitious graduates bursting with innovative solutions to real-world problems. If you’re an agile, collaborative team player, we offer a career where you can make a real difference and help secure our future. Do you have what it takes to deliver sustainable nutrition to over 2 billion people? Rise to the challenge with one of our Graduate Programs. This permanent, full-time role begins with a structured 2-year programme that includes rotational placements across different teams and functions. From day one, you’ll be immersed in real-world challenges, supported by a global network of mentors, and empowered to make meaningful contributions. With structured learning, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to relocate across Europe, the programme is designed to give you the skills, confidence, and experience to thrive in your career. Our Manufacturing Program With a manufacturing network spanning over 150 global locations, we consistently deliver top-quality end products to our customers, meeting the highest standards. Our efficiency and scale continue to set us apart, making us a preferred partner for brands both large and small. At Kerry, we are committed to establishing world-class manufacturing facilities worldwide, equipped with a broad range of processing capabilities. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the end-to-end manufacturing processes and technologies. You’ll build expertise in people and project management, continuous improvement, and leadership—preparing you to take on real challenges and make a meaningful impact. You’ll learn directly from our manufacturing experts and work cross-functionally, enhancing your enterprise-wide knowledge of the business. You’ll also gain insights into Kerry’s key business drivers, performance measures, process capabilities, products, and customers. What you might be doing Support the Site Strategic Agenda by translating strategic goals into daily actions—whether that’s driving performance metrics, supporting team initiatives, or contributing to operational excellence. Play a key role in implementing and embedding the Kerry Manufacturing Standard, ensuring consistency and quality across processes and teams. Develop into an empowered people leader by managing small teams, leading shift huddles, and supporting performance conversations. Lead and contribute to projects ranging from capital investments (e.g. installing new equipment or upgrading production lines) to process improvement initiatives (e.g. reducing waste, improving throughput), applying best-in-class project management principles. Facilitate and collaborate with management teams on major transformation programs such as digitalization, automation, or sustainability upgrades. Gain a clear understanding of how manufacturing contributes to Kerry’s Sustainability agenda—such as reducing energy usage, optimizing water consumption, and minimizing food waste. Do you have what it takes? You’re currently pursuing or have recently graduated with a degree in Food science, Food technology, Engineering, Business& Management, Supply Chain, or any other relavant subject. You’re ambitious, curious, and can’t wait to put your talents into action. You’re open minded, agile, and willing to embrace opportunities. You’re a graduate or a soon-to-be graduate. You’re fluent in English and ideally another European language You’re eligible to permanently work in the location you’re applying to* You’re open to traveling and relocating. * Kerry Graduates must have permanent Right to Work in Europe or UK (for UK based roles) and be willing to relocate to other European countries during the program. Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn.

Responsibilities

Support the Site Strategic Agenda by translating strategic goals into daily actions and play a key role in implementing the Kerry Manufacturing Standard. Lead and contribute to projects ranging from capital investments to process improvement initiatives.