12-Month Placement in Quality

  • Contract type: Industrial Placement
  • Location: Greater Manchester
  • Salary: 16k - 16k
  • Discipline: Food Technology
  • Bonus: plus benefits

Heinz brands are loved the world over and we want to make sure it stays that way, that's why we're always thinking of new ways to delight our customers and why we're after bright minds like yours.

What will you do?
You'll join our Technical Services team and do a real job from day one. You'll work in one of two different product groups: Soups & Variants or Beans & Pasta. And you'll tackle projects that could include product, packaging or equipment changes and capability studies.

What do we look for?
You'll have least 280 UCAS points and be on course for a 2:1 or above in Food Science, Food Technology or a related subject. On top of that, you'll need to be:

  • good at solving problems
  • passionate about food and the food industry
  • ready to challenge the status quo
  • convincing and persuasive
  • keen to learn
  • tenacious enough to handle several projects at once
  • happy to work flexible hours and travel
  • a great communicator who loves teamwork.

What does the training include?
On-the-job training, courses, conference and networking events, a business mentor, a personal development plan and more.

When does it start?
June 2010.

Where will you be based?
At Kitt Green near Wigan, Greater Manchester.

What are the rewards like?
Very competitive. As well as a £16,000 starting salary, expect 27 days' holiday plus business bonuses.

How to apply
Please apply online quoting ref NCM7006. For more information visit www.heinzgraduates.co.uk or call on 01625 562302.

We are only able to consider candidates who are eligible to live and work in the UK and have a full UK or international driving licence

Heinz scheme is accredited and holds 'The Work Experience Quality Mark'. National Council for Work Experience Awards 2007/2008 - Highly Commended.

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