Year in Industry: Manufacturing — Hands-On Ops & Impact

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) invites you to join its Year in Industry placement across Wakefield, Sidcup, and Edmonton. This hands-on 12‑month role starts August 2027, offering genuine manufacturing exposure on the shop floor and real project work.

You will analyse processes, support production teams, and present findings. You should be in your penultimate or final year studying Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Food Science, with strong teamwork and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Studying a degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• In your 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 previous industrial experience required – just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Supporting manufacturing and production teams on live projects
• Analyse processes and identity improvement opportunities
• Assist with quality, safety or efficiency initiatives
• Collaborate with teams across the site
• Present your work at the end of the programme

Skills

Strong communicator

Team collaboration

Curious about operations

Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Education

Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical or Food Science degree

Job description

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) invites you to join its Year in Industry placement across Wakefield, Sidcup, and Edmonton. This hands-on 12‑month role starts August 2027, offering genuine manufacturing exposure on the shop floor and real project work.

You will analyse processes, support production teams, and present findings. You should be in your penultimate or final year studying Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Food Science, with strong teamwork and a proactive mindset.