Manufacturing (Operations) Graduate?Programme

Manufacturing (Operations) Graduate Programme

Application Deadline: 2026-09-17

Location: London, Greater London, GB, EC2V 8, Any

Start Date: 2026-09-17

Closing Date: 2026-12-16T23:02:32.147

Salary and Benefits

• Starting Salary: £31,000 + £1,000 welcome bonus once settled in the business.


• An additional uplift is provided for employees based at a London site.


• Benefits include:




• Relocation financial assistance – payments made will be paid back in October


• Additional holiday purchase scheme


• Pension scheme


• Access to employee benefits

Location and Duration

• Location: Greencore site (TBC) – could be London, Lincolnshire, Boness (Scotland), Newark Southwest, or Kent


• Start Date: 1st September


• Contract Type: FTC for the duration of the Graduate Programme; efforts will be made to find permanent roles post-completion


• Assessment Centre: Thursday 4th or Friday 5th February 2027 at our Spalding site

About Greencore

Following the acquisition of Bakkavor in January 2026, Greencore is one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a purpose: to make every day taste better. With over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through dinner and dessert, including lunch and snacks. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct-to-store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food to thousands of stores daily.

What You'll Be Doing

We seek aspiring individuals eager to build a career in Food Manufacturing and Operations, with ambitions to become an Operational Leader. You should be curious, willing to question norms, and adaptable. Innovation drives us, so staying current with food trends and industry news is essential.

What We're Looking For

• Degree: Achieved or expected to achieve at least a 2:2+ honours degree in any discipline.


• Experience: At least three months of relevant work experience.


• Work Eligibility: Right to work in the UK for a minimum of 3 years from September.


• Motivation: A clear commitment to advancing your career in the food industry.


• Flexibility: Willingness to complete three 12-month placements at different locations across the UK (your preferences will be considered).


• Cultural Fit: Alignment with Greencore’s values and a strong fit for our organization.

We put our people at the core, celebrating their differences and helping everyone be themselves at work. Join us to grow with Greencore and drive our future success.

What You'll Get in Return

• Dedicated Champion: A key contact for your programme.


• Mentor: Guidance and aid throughout your development.


• Cohort Experience: Join up to 20 other graduates and connect with a broad network of alumni.


• Line Manager: Regular performance reviews and guidance to develop your skills and knowledge.

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.

What's Next

After submitting your online application, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet the criteria. If selected, you'll proceed to:

• Stage 2 and 3: An automated online video interview and online aptitude testing.


• If successful, you will be invited to a final in-person assessment day at one of our sites or designated venues.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.

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