Global Lean Operations Graduate Program — International Rotations

Avery Dennison; Oegstgeest; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support package

€500 annual training budget

Avery Dennison Pension Fund (employer

Job summary

Avery Dennison is offering a European Graduate Program in Operations and Lean Manufacturing, a two-year international rotation designed to develop future leaders in manufacturing, lean operations, and digital transformation.

First-year rotation is in Oegstgeest, Netherlands, with an international assignment in Year 2. You will contribute to daily operations and strategic manufacturing projects while building leadership and communication skills for sustainable impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Production, or General Engineering (or equivalent).
• Initial practical exposure (internships, co-ops, or academic projects) ideally within an international manufacturing environment.
• Full professional fluency in English.
• Foundational knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Lean Six Sigma tools.

Responsibilities

• Connect and align core operational streams across Training, Management, Design, and Communication.
• Manage and optimize shared digital platforms and resource hubs for our growing internal community.
• Partner with Movement Leads to design engaging training materials, digital tools, and interactive workshops.
• Apply Lean methodologies to test, refine, and elevate day-to-day manufacturing workflows.
• Explore and integrate digital tools, basic scripts, and emerging AI technologies to streamline operational processes.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Production, or General Engineering

Tools

Digital tools

Basic scripts

AI technologies

Job description

Avery Dennison is offering a European Graduate Program in Operations and Lean Manufacturing, a two-year international rotation designed to develop future leaders in manufacturing, lean operations, and digital transformation.

First-year rotation is in Oegstgeest, Netherlands, with an international assignment in Year 2. You will contribute to daily operations and strategic manufacturing projects while building leadership and communication skills for sustainable impact.