Job Description

(manufacturing) industrial placement
West Thurrock
Procter and Gamble
Manufacturing
PCD330100

Offer the organisation
Ready to fuel the success of globally renowned brands like Ariel, Lenor and Fairy that millions of consumers cannot live without? Ever dreamt of a career where you are fully supported by world-class training and development to progress to leadership? Want to work for a company consistently recognised as one of the UK’s leading graduate employers?
Then apply for a placement in the organisation (Manufacturing) at our the organisation Plant (West Thurrock) where our best ideas and innovations are transformed into reality in our world-class manufacturing operating facilities. Our technical, innovative environment is one that embraces fast-paced change and cultivates a sense of leadership and commitment amongst our employees. Our aim is to ignite your potential and equip you to enhance the capability, safety, and productivity of all our systems while reducing cost and boosting sustainability. We offer industry leading learning and development opportunities to allow you to excel in your career and take on new challenges - expanding your knowledge and expertise across a range of different areas.

About our the organisation Plant:
From raw materials to finished products, our production facility is where innovation meets execution. Engineers and plant technicians work together to maintain efficiency, uphold safety, and ensure every product meets the organisation's exacting quality standards - all whilst contributing to the bigger picture of delivering some of the most iconic the organisation's products like Fairy, Bold and Ariel that delight consumers worldwide.
The site offers easy access to the city while being situated in a well-connected industrial hub. Chafford Hundred and Grays mainline stations (C2C train line) are nearest to the site besides several bus routes. on-site there is free on-site parking, a subsidized restaurant, free on-site gym, occupational health support and local events!

Job Description

What To Expect:
During your 12-month placement, you will get a first-hand experience of what a career in the organisation with the organisation involves, and if it is right for you. You will be working on live business the organisation projects and expected to dive straight in and take the lead. Each intern receives a customized learning plan to ensure they get the right levels of coaching, mentoring, and training as they deliver their work. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging experience, have a passion for winning, strong leadership credentials and an interest in pursuing a career at the organisation - this internship is for you!

What You Will Gain:
1. Responsibilities and Real Work from Day 1: You will be given specific projects and responsibilities working on real and live business challenges, just like a true P&Ger.
2. Continuous training and coaching: You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.
3. Competitive Compensation and Benefits: The annual salary for this 12-month placement is £46,000. On top of this you will enjoy the option of a range of benefits including a competitive double-matched pension scheme, private health insurance, participation in a stock ownership scheme, and your very own ‘Flex4Me’ Fund which enables you to allocate a portion of your benefits package to the areas that matter most to you.
4. full-time Role: Successful interns have the potential to secure a full-time position with the organisation after graduation. As a 'build from within' company, our people start at entry level and progress through the organization. When we make a job offer, it is with the expectation that you will grow into one of our future leaders, and to help you get there, you will work closely with skilled the organisation veterans for mentoring and coaching at every step.

What We Look For:
5. University students graduating in 2028 with a placement year as part of their degree. We also welcome applications from students graduating in 2026 or 2027 and those already graduated.
6. Evidence of passion and achievements in academic and/or non-academic activities. Tell us what you are proud of - be it playing a musical instrument or holding down a job alongside your studies. We want to get to know you during your application!
7. Strong foundational understanding of the organisation principles within your chosen field, as well as problem-solving and leadership skills.
8. Strong verbal and written English language skills.