Leadership Development Program – Manufacturing Operations Leadership

Job Description

Manufacturing Leadership Development Program | Kerry

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-person rotational program with Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, starting on July 12, 2027. Kerry aims to provide 2 billion people access to more sustainable nutrition through creating healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products. This role is a critical early career opportunity to develop leadership skills and drive operational improvements at one of Kerry’s manufacturing facilities, shaping the future of food.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person at a manufacturing facility (relocation required for second rotation)
• Pay: $65000–$70000 yearly
• Team: Reports to Production Manager, with potential instruction from Operations Manager or other Managers.
• Mission: Coordinate and drive the delivery of operational targets, initiatives, and improvements at a manufacturing facility.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support: Support the Site Strategic Agenda and the successful implementation and maintenance of the Kerry Manufacturing Standard.
• Initiate: Identify, manage, and execute initiatives to deliver significant improvements in safety, quality, delivery/service, operating efficiency, people management, and materials control.
• Facilitate: Facilitate and support management teams involved in major transformational projects, such as re-engineering major Site business processes.
• Train: Ensure all direct reports are fully trained and equipped with the necessary skills to operate in an environment that promotes safety and well-being.
• Maintain: Maintain awareness of best practice and modern improvement techniques, ensuring familiarity with Kerry’s preferred method of problem-solving.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Food Science Technology, Process Engineering, Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical/Biochemical Engineering.
• Experience: Entry-level role for individuals with an expected graduation date between December 2026 – May 2027.
• Skills: Exceptional problem-solving skills, strong interpersonal communication with the ability to communicate effectively to all organizational levels, ability to work in a team environment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bonus: Motivated self-starter with the determination and drive to succeed, a curious mindset, willingness to travel, and willingness to relocate for the second rotation.