Pilgrim's Europe
Pilgrim’s Europe is a top UK and European food company with 40+ sites in the UK, Ireland, France and The Netherlands. We are a leader in making quality food sustainably in partnership with local farmers through our poultry, pork, lamb and beef supply chains. Driven by passion and insight, we create better food for everyone, producing own label and branded fresh chicken, pork and lamb, as well as authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products for multiple markets. Our iconic brands include Richmond, Fridge Raiders, Denny, Galtee, Rollover, Oakhouse and Moy Park. Building on the best of Moy Park, Pilgrim’s UK, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services, we bring unrivalled scale and expertise to our customers and the opportunity of a better future for our employees.
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Operations Graduate Trainee
Pilgrim's Europe
Dungannon, UK
Develops operational and people-management skills through three manufacturing site rotations, supporting production, safety, quality, team supervision, and continuous improvement to prepare for operational leadership roles.👥 Lead People. Drive Performance. Build a Career That Lasts. Operations is where everything comes together.Every product we make, every customer we serve and every improvement we deliver relies on exceptional operational teams. If you're ambitious, hands-on and motivated to build a long-term career, our Operations Leadership Graduate Programme will give you the experience, support and development needed to succeed.Unlike many graduate schemes, you'll join us on a permanent contract from Day One, with a clear pathway into operational leadership.🗺️ Your Rotation JourneyOver 18 months, you'll complete three structured six-month rotations designed to build your knowledge, broaden your experience and prepare you for your first Operational Team Leader or Supervisor role.📍 Rotation 1: September - February - Dungannon - Fresh Poultry Business Unit🏭 Learn the OperationBuild a strong understanding of manufacturing, safety, quality, production processes and operational performance.📍 Rotation 2: March - August - Carrickmacross - Added Value Business Unit⚙️ Run the LineDevelop your problem-solving, decision-making and continuous improvement skills while supporting operational delivery.📍 Rotation 3: September - February - Craigavon - Poultry Business Unit👨👩👧👦 Lead the TeamBuild the confidence and capability to supervise teams, drive performance and prepare for your first operational leadership role.🌟 Why Choose Our Award-Winning Programme?✅ Permanent contract from Day One💷 Competitive starting salaryThree-week immersive onboarding experience with your graduate and placement cohortAccredited Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) developmentDedicated mentoring and coaching supportExposure to senior leaders and our Executive Leadership TeamExecutive-sponsored business improvement projectsA thriving graduate community and support networkNetworking, development and celebration eventsOpportunity to apply for a fully funded Mini MBA scholarshipClear progression beyond the programmeDesigned for 18 months. Built for a career.📈 What Happens After the Programme?Upon successful completion, you'll progress into a role such as:✅ Operational Team Leader✅ Production Team Leader✅ Production Supervisor✅ Area Leader✅ Group Leader✅Production Shift ManagerWith continued development and support, your career pathway could include:Operational Team Leader → Production Shift Manager → Factory Manager → Operations Manager → Site DirectorThe programme isn't the finish line. It's the starting point of a career.🙌 Who We're Looking ForWe're looking for people with potential, attitude and determination.You might be right for this programme if you:Have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline or a Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA)Are motivated, resilient and eager to learnEnjoy working with people and building relationshipsWant hands-on experience and aren't afraid to roll up your sleevesThrive in fast-paced environmentsTake ownership and show initiativeHave the grit and determination to build a rewarding careerAre willing and able to complete all three rotationsHold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleHave the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)📦 Relocation SupportTemporary relocation support is available and will be discussed during the offer process.📢 📅 Applications Close: 13th of January 2027
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Technical Graduate Trainee
Pilgrim's Europe
Dungannon, UK
Develops food safety and quality expertise through three site rotations, supporting audits, production compliance, investigations, and continuous improvement to prepare for technical leadership roles.Champion Food Safety & Quality. Build a Career That Lasts. Every product we make carries a promise of safety, quality and trust.From Day One, you'll join us on a permanent contract, becoming a valued member of the business while gaining hands-on experience across our Technical function. The programme is designed to prepare you for your first technical leadership role, with clear opportunities for long-term career progression.📍 Your Rotation JourneyOver 18 months, you'll complete three structured six-month rotations designed to build your technical knowledge, broaden your experience and prepare you for your first technical leadership role.Rotation 1: Dungannon¦ Fresh Poultry SiteRotation 2: Carrickmacross¦ Added Value SiteRotation 3: Craigavon¦ Poultry SiteYou'll learn how safe food is produced at scale by:Understanding food safety principles, hazards, allergens and traceabilitySupporting day-to-day Technical and Quality activitiesAuditing production processes and identifying improvement opportunitiesContributing to customer, retailer and internal auditsSupporting investigations and structured problem-solving activitiesWorking closely with Operations and cross-functional teams to deliver Technical ExcellenceYou'll also gain Food Safety and HACCP qualifications, providing the knowledge and confidence to make fact-based, data-driven decisions.🌟 What Makes Our Programme Different?Permanent contract from Day OneCompetitive starting salaryThree structured six-month rotationsThree-week immersive onboarding experienceAccredited Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) leadership developmentFood Safety and HACCP qualificationsDedicated mentoring and coaching supportExposure to senior leaders and our Executive Leadership TeamExecutive-sponsored business improvement projectsOpportunity to apply for a fully funded Mini MBA scholarshipClear progression beyond the programme🚀 What Happens After the Programme?Following successful completion, you'll be supported into a role aligned to your development, strengths and business needs, such as:Technical CoordinatorQuality Assurance ManagerFood Safety & Quality ManagerWith continued development and support, your career pathway could include:Graduate Trainee → Quality Assurance Manager → Food Safety & Quality Manager → Technical Manager → Head of Technical → Technical DirectorThe graduate programme isn't the finish line. It's the starting point of a career.🙌 Who We're Looking ForYou might be right for this programme if you:Have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a minimum 2:2 Degree or Degree ApprenticeshipHave a passion for food safety, quality and continuous improvementHave strong attention to detail and enjoy problem-solvingAre motivated, resilient and eager to learnEnjoy working with people and building relationshipsThrive in fast-paced environmentsWant hands-on experience and aren't afraid to roll up your sleevesHave the ambition to build a rewarding long-term careerAre willing and able to complete all three rotationsHold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleHave the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)📦 Relocation SupportTemporary relocation support is available and will be discussed during the offer process.📢 📅 Applications Close: 13th of January 2027
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Operations Graduate Trainee
Pilgrim's Europe
Dungannon, UK
Develops operational and people-management skills through three manufacturing site rotations, supporting production, safety, quality, team supervision, and continuous improvement to prepare for operational leadership roles.👥 Lead People. Drive Performance. Build a Career That Lasts. Operations is where everything comes together.Every product we make, every customer we serve and every improvement we deliver relies on exceptional operational teams. If you're ambitious, hands-on and motivated to build a long-term career, our Operations Leadership Graduate Programme will give you the experience, support and development needed to succeed.Unlike many graduate schemes, you'll join us on a permanent contract from Day One, with a clear pathway into operational leadership.🗺️ Your Rotation JourneyOver 18 months, you'll complete three structured six-month rotations designed to build your knowledge, broaden your experience and prepare you for your first Operational Team Leader or Supervisor role.📍 Rotation 1: September - February - Dungannon - Fresh Poultry Business Unit🏭 Learn the OperationBuild a strong understanding of manufacturing, safety, quality, production processes and operational performance.📍 Rotation 2: March - August - Carrickmacross - Added Value Business Unit⚙️ Run the LineDevelop your problem-solving, decision-making and continuous improvement skills while supporting operational delivery.📍 Rotation 3: September - February - Craigavon - Poultry Business Unit👨👩👧👦 Lead the TeamBuild the confidence and capability to supervise teams, drive performance and prepare for your first operational leadership role.🌟 Why Choose Our Award-Winning Programme?✅ Permanent contract from Day One💷 Competitive starting salaryThree-week immersive onboarding experience with your graduate and placement cohortAccredited Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) developmentDedicated mentoring and coaching supportExposure to senior leaders and our Executive Leadership TeamExecutive-sponsored business improvement projectsA thriving graduate community and support networkNetworking, development and celebration eventsOpportunity to apply for a fully funded Mini MBA scholarshipClear progression beyond the programmeDesigned for 18 months. Built for a career.📈 What Happens After the Programme?Upon successful completion, you'll progress into a role such as:✅ Operational Team Leader✅ Production Team Leader✅ Production Supervisor✅ Area Leader✅ Group Leader✅Production Shift ManagerWith continued development and support, your career pathway could include:Operational Team Leader → Production Shift Manager → Factory Manager → Operations Manager → Site DirectorThe programme isn't the finish line. It's the starting point of a career.🙌 Who We're Looking ForWe're looking for people with potential, attitude and determination.You might be right for this programme if you:Have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline or a Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA)Are motivated, resilient and eager to learnEnjoy working with people and building relationshipsWant hands-on experience and aren't afraid to roll up your sleevesThrive in fast-paced environmentsTake ownership and show initiativeHave the grit and determination to build a rewarding careerAre willing and able to complete all three rotationsHold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleHave the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)📦 Relocation SupportTemporary relocation support is available and will be discussed during the offer process.📢 📅 Applications Close: 13th of January 2027
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Technical Graduate Trainee
Pilgrim's Europe
Dungannon, UK
Develops food safety and quality expertise through three site rotations, supporting audits, production compliance, investigations, and continuous improvement to prepare for technical leadership roles.Champion Food Safety & Quality. Build a Career That Lasts. Every product we make carries a promise of safety, quality and trust.From Day One, you'll join us on a permanent contract, becoming a valued member of the business while gaining hands-on experience across our Technical function. The programme is designed to prepare you for your first technical leadership role, with clear opportunities for long-term career progression.📍 Your Rotation JourneyOver 18 months, you'll complete three structured six-month rotations designed to build your technical knowledge, broaden your experience and prepare you for your first technical leadership role.Rotation 1: Dungannon¦ Fresh Poultry SiteRotation 2: Carrickmacross¦ Added Value SiteRotation 3: Craigavon¦ Poultry SiteYou'll learn how safe food is produced at scale by:Understanding food safety principles, hazards, allergens and traceabilitySupporting day-to-day Technical and Quality activitiesAuditing production processes and identifying improvement opportunitiesContributing to customer, retailer and internal auditsSupporting investigations and structured problem-solving activitiesWorking closely with Operations and cross-functional teams to deliver Technical ExcellenceYou'll also gain Food Safety and HACCP qualifications, providing the knowledge and confidence to make fact-based, data-driven decisions.🌟 What Makes Our Programme Different?Permanent contract from Day OneCompetitive starting salaryThree structured six-month rotationsThree-week immersive onboarding experienceAccredited Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) leadership developmentFood Safety and HACCP qualificationsDedicated mentoring and coaching supportExposure to senior leaders and our Executive Leadership TeamExecutive-sponsored business improvement projectsOpportunity to apply for a fully funded Mini MBA scholarshipClear progression beyond the programme🚀 What Happens After the Programme?Following successful completion, you'll be supported into a role aligned to your development, strengths and business needs, such as:Technical CoordinatorQuality Assurance ManagerFood Safety & Quality ManagerWith continued development and support, your career pathway could include:Graduate Trainee → Quality Assurance Manager → Food Safety & Quality Manager → Technical Manager → Head of Technical → Technical DirectorThe graduate programme isn't the finish line. It's the starting point of a career.🙌 Who We're Looking ForYou might be right for this programme if you:Have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a minimum 2:2 Degree or Degree ApprenticeshipHave a passion for food safety, quality and continuous improvementHave strong attention to detail and enjoy problem-solvingAre motivated, resilient and eager to learnEnjoy working with people and building relationshipsThrive in fast-paced environmentsWant hands-on experience and aren't afraid to roll up your sleevesHave the ambition to build a rewarding long-term careerAre willing and able to complete all three rotationsHold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleHave the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)📦 Relocation SupportTemporary relocation support is available and will be discussed during the offer process.📢 📅 Applications Close: 13th of January 2027
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