CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program
Henkel
Date: 4 hours ago
City: Elgin, IL
Salary:
$70,000
-
$80,000
per year
Contract type: Full time

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, ‘all, Loctite, Snuggle, and Schwarzkopf and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
Program Overview
Our 18-month CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program prepares you for a fast-track development in the Operations & Supply Chain organization at Henkel Adhesives Technologies. As a CHAiNGER, you will receive a permanent employment contract from day one, enjoy high visibility and benefit from global career opportunities.
Throughout this time, you will gain a comprehensive insight into the different functions of Operations & Supply Chain, take over projects in our plants, build a broad network, benefit from an individual training and development plan that will prepare you for future management positions.
What you´ll do
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
Program Overview
Our 18-month CHAiNGERS Operations & Supply Chain Trainee Program prepares you for a fast-track development in the Operations & Supply Chain organization at Henkel Adhesives Technologies. As a CHAiNGER, you will receive a permanent employment contract from day one, enjoy high visibility and benefit from global career opportunities.
Throughout this time, you will gain a comprehensive insight into the different functions of Operations & Supply Chain, take over projects in our plants, build a broad network, benefit from an individual training and development plan that will prepare you for future management positions.
What you´ll do
- Full engagement with the 18-month trainee program, acquiring a broad overview of the role and tasks of operations and supply chain management at Henkel Adhesive Technologies.
- Support daily activities at your designated plant, resulting in an overall understanding and appreciation for the full AO value chain – this includes introduction to different supply chain-related functions like strategy, digital business, procurement, and sales to build a broad understanding of the organization.
- Own and drive multiple cross-functional projects that lend to continuous improvement within your plant, allowing you to develop deep insight into the different functions of operations and supply chain.
- Engage in training and networking experiences to drive preparation for taking on potential leadership roles within our organization in the future.
- Individual trainings, development plans, a high level of visibility, mentor’s guidance, network with senior leaders and other trainees globally.
- Permanent contract, a competitive salary, and a guaranteed position after the program contingent on satisfying performance.
- Upon completion of the program, you will be placed in a position across the operations and supply chain organization at one of our regional locations where the knowledge and expertise learned through the program will provide you with a wide range of career opportunities.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical, Computer), Materials Science, Business Administration or Economics with successful academic record (3.0 or above is preferred).
- Up to 2 years of work experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to engage effectively with all levels of management.
- Proficient in active listening and asking insightful questions to gain deeper understanding.
- Skilled in delivering presentations and tailoring messages to meet the needs of diverse audiences.
- Effective time management and organizational skills, ensuring timely and efficient task completion. Problem solving and analytical thinking skills required, with ability to consistently look at complex issues from many angles, skillfully separating root causes from symptoms.
- Aptitude for continuous learning and self-development, with interest in new technologies, digitization and data analysis.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and collaboration within teams (previous internship/co-op experience is preferred).
- Willingness and drive to become a future leader
- Available for full-time employment in January 2026.
- Geographic mobility
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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