Operations Apprentice

Nestlé; Halifax; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food manufacturer in Halifax is seeking an Operations Apprentice to begin a rewarding career in manufacturing. You will receive extensive training, gain hands-on experience in operating machinery, and support food and drink production. Ideal candidates should be eligible to work in the UK and possess GCSEs in Maths and English. This full-time role offers groundbreaking opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Potential relocation support (£2,000)

Qualifications

• You must have the right to work in the UK.
• You should have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to the start date.
• You will be at least 18 years old by September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support food and drink production in our factories.
• Operate machinery and utilize advanced automation technology.
• Diagnose and solve production issues.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Agility

Adaptability

Education

GCSE in Maths and English Language (grades 9-4)

Job description

Start date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026

Scheme duration:2.5 years

Salary:Site specific

Location: Halifax Factory

Work Pattern:Full time, factory based(shifts will vary dependant on site location)

What will you do?

Join Nestlé asanOperationsApprenticeandstarta rewarding career in manufacturing withfantasticgrowth opportunities. As the largest food and drink manufacturer in the world, we are a hub ofexpertisein the industry, andwe’recommitted to helping you build a solid foundation for a successful career.

Over the course of twoand a halfyears, you will receive comprehensive training from dedicated mentors who will guide you in supporting food and drink production in ourstate-of-the-artfactories.Youwillgain hands-on experience inoperatingmachinery, utilising advanced automation technology and diagnosing and solving production issues, ensuring our manufacturing processes run smoothly.

Step into our vibrant, multi-sensory factory environment, where you will contribute to innovation and creativity every day. With supportatevery step,youwillgain confidence to excel.Join our team and start your journey in the exciting world of manufacturing!

Whatmakesthisroleexciting?

• Hands-onmanufacturingexperience:You’lltake on genuine responsibilities that directly contribute to the efficiency and productivity of our manufacturing processes at Nestlé, allowing you to see the results of your efforts firsthand.

• Diverseoperationalexposure:With varied roles acrossdifferent aspectsof manufacturing operationseach day will present new challenges, enabling you to develop a comprehensive understanding of production processes, quality control, and equipment operation.

• Mentorshipopportunities:You’llbenefitfrom the wealth of knowledge within our experienced operations team,fuellingyour personal and professional growth through guidance from skilled mentors.

• Collaborativenetworking:The rotational nature of ourschemeprovides valuable exposure to leaders in manufacturing, helping you cultivate a broad understanding of operational functions.You’llalso begin to build a lasting, supportive network within our operations team and beyond.

• Careeradvancement:With arealcommitment to your future, we will support your development throughout thescheme, backed by our extensive manufacturing resources andexpertise.

Whatwillyoulearn?

• Operationalexcellence:Navigate the complexities of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, where your decisions willimpactproduction efficiency and product quality.

• Innovativeproblem-solving:Leveragethe skills you develop during theschemeto address real-time challenges in manufacturing processes.Identifyopportunities and implement creative solutions for sustainable operational success.

• Agility andadaptability:Embrace the challenge of collaborating with diverse teams and adapting to various manufacturing strategies as you rotate throughdifferent roles.

• Effectiveteamengagement: Balance the needs of various cross-functional teams, enhancing your interpersonal skills and building your unique professional brand within the manufacturing landscape.

• Continuousindustryinsight: Gain firsthand experience of emerging trends and external factors that influence manufacturing operations, deepening your understanding of the ever-evolving industrial landscape.

You’ll experience student life at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, part of University of Lincoln, which typically involve week-long learning blocks. You can understand moreabout what you will learn on your apprenticeship journey by clicking on the link below to look at the apprenticeship standard:

Food and drink technical operator / Skills England

This is the current apprenticeship programme but could be subject to change by Skills England ahead of your 2026 start date.

Our commitment to you…

We will support you every step of the way, the following are just some of our offerings to enable you to thrive with us:

• Inclusive culture, join ourvariety of employee runnetworks!

• Comprehensive benefits

• Pastoral support

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Potential relocation support (£2,000)

• Prayer rooms

• Various rewards and recognition opportunities

*Availability dependent upon site

Eligibilityrequirements

• You will need to have the right to work in the UK that is not time-limited and does not require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route either at the start of the scheme or on completion.

• You will havelived in the UK for 3 yearsprior to the start date of this apprenticeship scheme.

• Maths and English Language GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-4 (A*-C if taken before 2017).Original certificates will need to be provided.

• You will need to be 18 by 1stSeptember 2026.

The recruitment journey

After you click “apply” you’ll be prompted to answer a few questions to determine your eligibility for the scheme. If you qualify, we will invite you to complete an online assessment, which you can practice here. Please do not upload a CV, instead we ask you to upload any relevant qualifications to support your application.

Once you have completed this stage, we will notify you if you are selected to attend an assessment day which will be in February, March or April 2026. It may take a little bit of time between assessment stages to get back to you; we really appreciate your patience.

Adjustments

We recognise that each candidate has unique needs, and we are committed to ensuring an inclusive application process. You will have the opportunity to discuss any specific requirements or adjustments you may need as you navigate through our recruitment process.

We may occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’tdelay insubmittingyour application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect – for our employees, our customers and our consumers.That’swhy championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. We are committed to equal opportunity foralland we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process.