Job Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire

Company Description:

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 38,767  dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role:

At Ferrero, we take pride in the global love for our products, treasured by individuals of all ages around the world. Imagine having the opportunity to work on the iconic brands that have been a part of your life, all while being integrated into a dynamic and forward-thinking team that values results and applauds innovation.

We're actively seeking passionate applicants to join our esteemed internship program, specifically in the Maintenance department at Ferrero. Our approach is to closely collaborate with our interns, ensuring their experience is rewarding, stimulating, and rich with opportunities to develop skills critical for their future careers.

As a Maintenance Intern, you will shoulder genuine responsibilities and have the chance to contribute to projects that bring tangible improvements, learning from some of the finest professionals in the industry. Beyond the invaluable work experience you will gain, you'll become part of a collective of interns, learning and growing in unison, fostering both personal and professional development in the fascinating realm of maintenance and operations.

Main Responsibilities:

As a Maintenance Intern at Ferrero, you will embark on a multifaceted journey crafted to enhance both the operational efficiency and effectiveness of our equipment, with a keen focus on Maintenance Planning and Preventive Maintenance (PPM) Improvement. This critical responsibility aims at bolstering equipment reliability, aligning with the site's key performance indicator of Operational Efficiency and Effectiveness (OEE). 

In your daily duties, you will provide essential support to the maintenance team. Your involvement will span a wide range of tasks, from assisting with inspections and preventive maintenance to undertaking repairs on a variety of machinery and equipment. This hands-on experience is invaluable, offering you a comprehensive look at the inner workings of maintenance operations within a leading global company.

Additionally, your growth and development will be a key focus throughout your internship. You will engage in numerous learning opportunities aimed at deepening your understanding of machinery operation, maintenance best practices, and the use of various tools and diagnostic equipment. This educational component is crafted to enrich your knowledge base, preparing you for a successful career in maintenance and beyond.

At Ferrero, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where you can grow, learn, and contribute to our mission of maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability in our operations. Your internship will be an integral part of this journey, offering a comprehensive learning experience in the dynamic field of maintenance.

Who we are looking for:

Your passion for learning and development, along with your ability to deliver work of the highest quality under tight deadlines, will be essential at Ferrero. You will have the skill to effectively prioritise your workload and excel in teamwork.

We invite applications from recent graduates, individuals taking a gap year, and students in their final year pursuing degrees in Business, Marketing, Food Science, Engineering, or related fields. A genuine interest in the consumer goods industry, particularly in chocolates or confectionery, will serve you well.

At Ferrero, we will proactively help you in maximising your internship experience, encouraging you to pursue and delve into as many enriching experiences as possible.

Instructions:

Please ensure that your submission contains both your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

The deadline for applications is Friday April 19, 2024 

The selection process is consists of three stages. 

1. Telephone Interviews April 2024 
2. Testing phase during that last week of April
3. Assessment Center will take place May 2024  

Anticipated start date 2nd September and will be for 12 months.

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.