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- Job Title: Operational Excellence Intern
- Location: Droitwich
- Contract: Starting July 2027, 13-month Fixed Term Contract
- Hours/Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
Why join the Muller Internship Program?
At Müller, we're passionate about helping students launch their careers through our dynamic Internship Programmes.
Over 13 months, you'll gain hands-on experience in a professional environment while building the skills that matter - technical expertise, leadership, communication, and more.
Our tailored learning journey blends real-world challenges with personal development, so you'll grow in confidence and capability from day one.
Ready to shape your future with Müller? Let's make it happen.
What you'll be doing:
Müller is seeking motivated, ambitious and talented placement students to join the Operational Excellence (OPEX) team at our flagship dairy in Droitwich. This exciting placement offers exposure to a wide range of business-critical improvement projects, operational performance initiatives, problem-solving methodologies and process optimisation activities within one of the UK's leading FMCG manufacturing environments.
Working closely with the Site Leadership Team and Central Operational Excellence community, you will support and lead focused improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, eliminate waste, improve productivity and strengthen front-line performance. You will have the opportunity to develop expertise in continuous improvement, performance analysis and change management, while building the leadership, influencing and coaching skills needed to drive sustainable results.
Designed for students seeking a challenging and rewarding industrial placement, this role provides the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders, gain hands-on operational experience and make a measurable impact on site performance. By fully engaging with the programme, you will develop the practical skills, commercial awareness, professional confidence and operational excellence mindset required to thrive in a future career within manufacturing, operations or business leadership.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively with site leadership, front-line teams and the central operational excellence community to deliver improvement projects that enhance Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, People and Sustainability performance. xgikmsk
- Continuous Improvement Delivery: Support the delivery of the Operational Excellence roadmap and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
- Data Analysis: Analyse operational performance data to identify ...
OPEX Intern employer: Muller UK & Ireland Careers
Müller is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in Market Drayton that prioritises employee well-being and growth. With competitive salaries, generous bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced family leave and exclusive discounts, we foster an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a beloved brand that values its employees and invests in their future.
Contact Details:
Muller UK & Ireland Careers Recruitment Team
