At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in production planning and continuous improvement projects.
- Company: Willowbrook Foods, a dynamic food manufacturing company.
- Benefits: Valuable real-world insights, mentoring, and potential research opportunities.
- Other info: Ideal placement for career growth and practical experience.
- Why this job: Perfect for students wanting to enhance their skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Studying Industrial Engineering, Business, or related fields with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
Location: Killinchy, Co. Down
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Salary: Negotiable
About the Opportunity
Are you currently studying Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline? Willowbrook Foods is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated undergraduate or postgraduate student to gain valuable hands-on experience within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This placement is ideal for a student undertaking a degree or Master's programme and may offer valuable real-world insight and support for research projects, dissertations, or academic studies focusing on operational excellence, process improvement, productivity, or lean manufacturing.
What You'll Be Doing
- Working closely with our production and management teams, you will gain exposure to:
- Production planning and operational processes
- Continuous improvement projects
- Process mapping and workflow analysis
- Lean manufacturing initiatives
- Data collection and performance reporting
- Identifying efficiency and productivity improvements
- Manufacturing equipment and production systems
- Supporting business improvement projects across the operation
What We're Looking For
- Currently studying towards a Degree or Master's in Industrial Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Interest in manufacturing, operations, and continuous improvement
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full driving licence and access to a car, as our Killinchy location is not serviced by public transport
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience within a successful food manufacturing business
- Exposure to real-world operational challenges and improvement projects
- Mentoring from experienced managers and operational leaders
- Valuable experience to support future career opportunities
- Potential dissertation and research project opportunities
Industrial Engineering / Business Improvement Placement employer: Willowbrook Foods
Willowbrook Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where hygiene and food safety are paramount. With a strong focus on employee development and continuous improvement, we provide comprehensive training programmes and opportunities for career advancement within the high-care food manufacturing sector. Our competitive salary and benefits package, combined with a supportive team culture, make Willowbrook Foods a rewarding place to build your career.
