Supply Graduate Programme - Manufacturing - 2027
Northern Ireland
Supply Chain
On-site
Early Careers
Launch Your Career with Coca-Cola HBC
Are you ready to turn your potential into impact?
Our Manufacturing Graduate Programme offers an exciting opportunity to launch your career with one of the world's leading FMCG businesses. Designed for ambitious graduates, this programme combines hands‑on operational experience and structured development to help you develop a deep understanding of how our manufacturing operations deliver exceptional results every day.
The programme is designed to build the technical, leadership, and problem‑solving skills needed for a successful career in manufacturing. Whether your ambition is to lead high‑performing production teams, drive quality excellence, deliver cutting‑edge engineering projects, or uncover continuous improvement opportunities, you'll gain the experience, capability, and confidence needed.
What You Can Expect
Diverse Rotational Experience
Over two years, you’ll complete three structured rotations across key areas of our Manufacturing function, providing broad exposure to the operations that keep our business running. Your journey will begin within our Production team, where you’ll gain hands‑on technical experience within our production plant.
You’ll then undertake two further rotations in areas such as Plant Quality, Continuous Improvement, Engineering Project Management, Asset Care and Production Management. Each rotation combines practical experience, focused skills development and involvement in high‑impact business projects, giving you the opportunity to contribute innovative ideas, solve real business challenges and make a meaningful contribution from day one.
Learning & Development
Continuous learning is at the heart of our programme. Alongside on‑the‑job experience, you'll participate in a structured development curriculum designed to build both technical and leadership capabilities.
Development areas include:
- Manufacturing Fundamentals & Operational Excellence
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Strategic thinking and problem‑solving
- Project management and presentation skills
- Using AI and data‑driven insights to support decision‑making
- Career planning and personal development
Support Every Step of the Way
We believe great careers are built through great support.
Throughout the programme, you will benefit from:
- A dedicated mentor providing guidance and career advice
- Career coaching from our Talent Development team
- Peer learning opportunities with fellow graduates
- Exposure to experienced leaders across the business
- Ongoing feedback and development conversations
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking motivated graduates who are eager to learn, challenge themselves, and make a difference.
You will:
- Be in your final year of study or have graduated within the last two years
- Hold (or be working towards) a relevant degree preferably i n Manufacturing, Engineering, Biochemistry or a related STEM discipline
- Demonstrate flexibility to work varied shifts across production environments, including day, night and weekend schedules during programme rotations
- Demonstrate a strong desire to learn, develop, and contribute
- Be naturally curious and interested in improving processes and outcomes
- Have an interest in data driven decision‑making & problem solving
- Possess strong communication and collaboration skills
- Preferably hold a full, clean driving licence
What's in It for You?
As a Manufacturing Graduate, you'll enjoy:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Structured learning and development aligned to your career aspirations
- Mentoring from experienced leaders
- Real responsibility from day one
- Opportunities to work with global and local brands
- Experience working in one of the most technically advanced FMCG production facilities in IOI
- A collaborative and inclusive working environment
- Access to our Employee Resource Groups and wellbeing initiatives
- Clear career pathways following programme completion
Recruitment Process
Stage 1: Application & Introductory Interview
Submit your application and participate in a short screening interview.
Stage 2: Assessment Centre
Join us for an engaging in‑person assessment experience where you'll:
- Take part in individual and team‑based exercises
- Meet other graduate candidates
- Complete a competency‑based interview
- Learn more about our culture and career opportunities
Stage 3: Final Interview
Meet with a senior leader to discuss your aspirations, strengths, and future potential within Coca‑Cola HBC.
At Coca-Cola HBC, we believe that diversity of thought, background, and experience makes us stronger. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
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