Permanent Operations Leadership Graduate (2-Year Programme)

Kinisla

Listowel

On-site

EUR 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

Kinisla invites graduates to join a permanent, full-time two-year Leadership Programme designed to fast-track careers into senior roles. From day one you’ll gain hands-on operations experience, mentoring, and cross-functional exposure across the business.

The programme commences September 2027 with an in-person assessment in the week of 18 January 2027. On this “Engine room” pathway you’ll build leadership, commercial and operational capabilities through structured learning, real projects and

Qualifications

  • Must have a degree with at least a 2:1.
  • Degree related to operations, food science, or supply chain is helpful but not essential.
  • Demonstrate interest in a career in FMCG/food manufacturing.
  • Be curious, open to learning and actively seek feedback.

Responsibilities

  • Support plant operations to meet production targets.
  • Lead or assist with projects for new product introductions and process improvements.
  • Collaborate with supply chain, quality, finance, health and safety, and commercial teams.
  • Participate in Lean Manufacturing and HACCP training.
  • Demonstrate learning by seeking feedback and building cross-functional relationships.
  • Develop understanding of Kinisla’s product portfolio and its applications across channels.

Skills

Self-starter
Ambitious
Curious learner
Collaborative
Adaptable
Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree (2:1)
Degree related to operations / supply chain / food science

Job description

Kinisla invites graduates to join a permanent, full-time two-year Leadership Programme designed to fast-track careers into senior roles. From day one you’ll gain hands-on operations experience, mentoring, and cross-functional exposure across the business.

The programme commences September 2027 with an in-person assessment in the week of 18 January 2027. On this “Engine room” pathway you’ll build leadership, commercial and operational capabilities through structured learning, real projects and

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