Global Manufacturing Leadership Traineeship — UK

Kraft-Heinz, Inc.; Telford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast-tracked career progression

Global exposure

Professional development

Job summary

Kraft Heinz invites graduates to join the Global Manufacturing Traineeship (GMT) in the UK, commencing September 2027 at Kitt Green or Telford. You’ll rotate across Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial functions, with hands-on onboarding and a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt project.

The program offers fast‑tracked responsibility, global exposure, and structured development, before transitioning into leadership or technical roles within Kraft Heinz.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree completed in 2026 or 2027 in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Food Science or Supply Chain is advantageous
• Full working rights in the UK
• Willingness to move across functional areas at the site
• Strong extra-curricular achievements reflecting proactivity and ownership
• Passionate about challenges, learning, and growth
• Can-do attitude
• Proficiency in English and in the language of the country you are applying to
• Consumer-obsessed, daily improvement mindset, champion diversity, do the right thing, own it

Responsibilities

• Participate in Kraft Heinz Global Manufacturing Traineeship across UK sites.
• Complete onboarding focused on Operations and Supply Chain with a Commercial boot-camp.
• Undertake Lean Six Sigma training and Yellow Belt project in the first half of the year.
• Shadow factory leaders and advance leadership skills through practical assignments.
• Transition into Operations Management or Technical Expert roles after graduation.

Job description

Kraft Heinz invites graduates to join the Global Manufacturing Traineeship (GMT) in the UK, commencing September 2027 at Kitt Green or Telford. You’ll rotate across Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial functions, with hands-on onboarding and a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt project.

The program offers fast‑tracked responsibility, global exposure, and structured development, before transitioning into leadership or technical roles within Kraft Heinz.