Engineering & Operations Leadership Graduate Programme

About the role

Mondelēz International is recruiting for its Engineering & Operations Leadership Development Graduate Programme, starting in September 2026 in Viana, Spain. Over a 3-year programme, graduates rotate through three 12-month periods in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations & Quality, working across at least two Spanish plants (the first year based in Viana). The programme combines formal training with on-the-job experience, including real projects and operational leadership.

Required profile

• Degree in Food Science and Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering or equivalent technical/engineering training, with computer/office software skills.
• Intermediate-high English (B2 minimum).
• 1 to 3 years of experience in an industrial environment, preferably in food or FMCG.
• Flexibility to move between locations in Spain during the rotations.

Required skills

• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt valued), 5S, Kaizen, SMED, PDCA.
• Quality management and food safety systems (HACCP).
• Industrial automation and process control.

What we offer

• A dedicated line manager, a buddy and a leadership mentor.
• A structured learning curriculum with workshops, online courses and leadership training.
• Opportunities to work on real projects and a competitive salary.
• Career path and promotion opportunities after the programme, access to learning platforms and global training sessions.

The recruitment process includes an online application, CV screening, online assessments, a virtual or in-person interview and an assessment centre at the Granollers plant.