2026 Europe Manufacturing Graduate Programme in Menstrie

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.

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 relevant 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.

Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn.