The Kraft Heinz Global Manufacturing Trainee Program - The Netherlands

Job Description:

Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Global Manufacturing Trainee Program - The Netherlands
Program Start Date: 1 September 2026
Closing: the deadline for applications is the 20th of March
Duration: 12-month program
Contract: Permanent contract from the beginning of the Trainee Program
Business Function: Manufacturing, Production, Logistics, Supply Chain
Location: Apply for a traineeship in our Elst and Utrecht factory

Important to note: Valid permanent working rights in The Netherlands is required. Orientation year visa and/or Sponsorship visa are not sufficient to progress. If you are interested in one of our other Trainee locations, please check out our website and apply directly to your preferred location. Please note different locations may have different Traineeship start dates.

About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every table we touch. Consumer obsession fuels our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

The Kraft Heinz Global Manufacturing Traineeship Program:
This Program is a functional program at our factories for graduates seeking an exciting leadership career in the manufacturing environment. We are looking for high-performing, ambitious, and creative individuals who are ready to lead the future of food and beverages. Throughout the program, Trainees will hone their understanding of our business through factory rotations, collaborate across the business to grow our iconic brands, and learn how to build their own legacy.

What's on the Menu?
Your journey will start with a functional global onboarding in September 2026, giving you a hands-on induction into each of our different functions, from our The Netherlands offices, in Amsterdam. From October 2026, you will be placed in our Elst or Utrecht Factory, in The Netherlands, for a local factory onboarding.

Our Global Manufacturing Trainee Program includes
* Intensive, hands-on onboarding focused on our Operations and Supply Chain functions
* Training in the Kraft Heinz Manufacturing Excellence Program, and a range of other foundational business training - i.e. Lean Six Sigma
* You will spend your first rotation completing a factory-based efficiency/productivity improvement business project where you will apply Lean Six Sigma methodology to obtain your Yellow Belt Certification
* The second rotation will consist of taking on a factory Team Leader, a Continuous Improvement Lead, or a Process Owner assignment, where you will develop a deep understanding of our manufacturing processes whilst also strengthening your leadership skills
Throughout the program, Trainees can also expect regular opportunities to meet with our Global leaders; receive mentorship from previous trainees; collaborate with trainees around the world; and enroll in learning experiences to help you grow as leaders.

What we'll give you:
* Fast-tracked career progression - Real responsibility from day one, leading teams and working on projects with real business impact at our factories
* Global exposure - You will be part of our Global Manufacturing Traineeship cohort where you'll connect with Trainees across Europe, USA, Latin America, ANZ & Asia. You'll also work closely with our commercial Trainees within the Kraft Heinz Trainee Program as well as our Zone Technical Experts
* Training & Development - Strong personal & professional development including technical training, leadership experience, regular mentorship, and senior leader exposure

Profile - Basic Qualifications:
* University bachelor's or master's degree, graduated on or after 2025 from any subject area
* Maximum 2 year of professional experience after Graduation
* Strong proficiency in English and Dutch is required.
* Valid permanent working rights in the Netherlands is required
* Mobility Preferences - candidates will be based in the location they apply to for first year. From second year onward, we are looking for candidates who are open to relocation within Europe, especially those based in the EU

Our Values:
Our Trainees are expected to live out the Kraft Heinz values as cultural champions and future leaders at the organization. At Kraft Heinz, our values are:
* We are consumer obsessed
* We dare to do better every day
* We champion great people
* We demand diversity
* We do the right thing
* We own it

The Recruitment Process

Step 1: Application & Pymetrics Games Assessment
* If you pass the Application, you'll receive a link to complete Pymetrics online games
* These games assess a candidate's cognitive, social, and behavioral traits - there is no right or wrong answer, it's about how you think and approach tasks

Step 2: Pymetrics Video Interview
* A short, pre-recorded video interview to get to know you better
* You'll receive the link only if you pass Step 1

Step 3: Trainee Interview
* Opportunity for us to learn more about yourself and motivations
* Opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have!

Step 4: Assessment Day Onsite
* Group Assessment & Leadership Interview
* You will learn more about the business, our culture and the Global Manufacturing Trainee Program in the Factory

Step 5: Panel Interview with Leaders
* Meet company leaders for yourself to share further about your goals and aspirations
Questions or concerns? Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment.trainees@kraftheinz.com

Location(s)
Elst, Utrecht

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes