Company Description We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge).
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company.
We are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few. We are proud manufacturing partners to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names. We bake our incredible biscuits at eight bakeries across the UK, located at Isle of Arran, Livingston, Blackpool, Llantarnam, Edinburgh, Kirkham, Batley & Dorset and our HQ in St Pauls. Together, we employ circa 4,000 amazing colleagues across all our locations.
Whilst we know that we have delicious products we also know that that the key ingredient to our success is our people, and the passion we have for our brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Foxs or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We knead people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success.
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that feels empowered to build a fulfilling and successful career. By embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) we create a supportive environment for people to thrive and strive to have more positive impact.
We understand that having formal and on-the-job learning opportunities is key to our colleagues professional and personal growth. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn from each other and grow through a variety of learning experiences.
Our colleagues make our business special. With strong community values, we believe FBC UK is a more prosperous and fun place to work when people feel free to be themselves. We believe in the power of being authentic, entrepreneurial and supporting each other whilst meeting our business goals.
About the Role As a graduate at Foxs Burtons Company (FBC UK), youll gain hands-on experience across various departments, mentorship from industry leaders, and the chance to work on exciting projects within Manufacturing Operations. With support and guidance from our Learning Team, Line Managers and working as part of an ambitious graduate cohort, youll gain valuable knowledge and skills in a company that has a rich heritage and a passion for crafting some of the UK's most beloved biscuits.
If you are passionate about making a difference, eager to learn, and excited to be part of a company that combines tradition with innovation, FBC UK is the perfect place for you to start your professional journey.
Join us on the Manufacturing Operations graduate scheme where the successful candidates will initially complete a company induction as part of the 2026 FBC UK graduate cohort, before beginning the 18-month programme. You will gain a breadth of experience across production, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with cross-functional teams to support safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. xsngvjr
This position will be primarily based from our Blackpool or Kirkham bakery.
Main Responsibilities Support daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are met
Assist in analysing production processes and identifying areas for efficiency improvement
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare operational performance reports
Support troubleshooting of equipment, process, or system issues
Collaborate with maintenance, quality, supply chain, and engineering teams
Assist in implementing process optimization, automation, and cost-reduction projects
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Contribute to documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process mapping
Who we are looking for Experience and Qualifications
Engineering Bachelors Degree (Industrial, Mechanical or Electrical)
02 years of experience (internship or co-op experience in manufacturing preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Basic understanding of manufacturing systems and production workflows
Preferred Experience and Qualifications
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Knowledge of automation, PLCs, or industrial control systems (for electrical/computer engineers)
Basic project management skills