Year-in-Industry: Hands-On Manufacturing & Process Improvement

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

East Kilbride

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 26,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Coca-Cola European Partners is offering a 12-month placement starting August 2027 in the UK, including East Kilbride, Wakefield, Sidcup and Edmonton. You will work on live manufacturing projects, analyse processes and identify improvements, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives on the shop floor.

No prior industrial experience is required, just curiosity and a hands-on mindset. The programme provides practical experience across site teams, with assessment centres and opportunities to

Qualifications

Currently studying for a degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Food Science or a related discipline.
Penultimate or final year of study.
Curious about how things are made and passionate about operations.
Comfortable in a fast-paced, practical environment.
A strong communicator who thrives in a team setting.
No prior industrial experience required—enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

Supporting manufacturing and production teams on live projects.
Analyse processes and identify improvement opportunities.
Assist with quality, safety or efficiency initiatives.
Collaborate with teams across the site.
Present your work at the end of the programme.
Hands-on role on the shop floor, not just behind a desk.

Skills

Strong communicator

Teamwork

Education

Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical/ Food Science degree

Job description

No prior industrial experience is required, just curiosity and a hands-on mindset. The programme provides practical experience across site teams, with assessment centres and opportunities to

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