CHAiNGERS – Young Professional Program in Adhesive Operations (Gebkim & Tuzla Plant)

About this Position

Henkel’s CHAiNGERS – Young Professional Program in Adhesive Operations is an 18-month, full-time rotational development program designed for professionals with 3–5 years of experience. Based at our Gebkim Factory (Kocaeli) or Tuzla Plant, the program focuses exclusively on core operations functions, offering deep exposure to production processes, operational excellence, and digital transformation in manufacturing. You’ll take ownership of real-life projects, work closely with international teams, and build the foundation for a future leadership role within Henkel Adhesive Technologies.

What you´ll do

• Join Henkel’s CHAiNGERS Program – an 18-month development experience tailored for young professionals with 3–5 years of experience in operations.
• Contribute to Henkel’s Digital Transformation and Sustainability goals by driving real impact in our manufacturing operations.
• Be based at either our Gebkim Factory in Dilovası, Kocaeli or Tuzla Plant, rotating through three 6-month phases that offer deep exposure to production, process improvement, quality, and operational excellence.
• Lead and contribute to key operational projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and performance on the shopfloor.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the region and across functions to bring end-to-end solutions to life.
• Benefit from a structured development plan, including individual trainings, senior mentorship, and high visibility within the organization.
• From day one, enjoy a permanent contract with a competitive salary, and upon successful completion of the program, secure a responsible operations role within Henkel Türkiye, where your expertise will directly contribute to our long-term success.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in operations, production, or plant-based roles — preferably in the chemical or manufacturing industry.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on mindset, with the ability to take initiative in dynamic production environments.
• Passionate about continuous improvement, process optimization, and operational efficiency.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and in multicultural teams.
• Comfortable working full-time in a plant-based, on-site role (Dilovası or Tuzla)-remote or hybrid models do not apply for this program.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Eager to grow into a future leadership role within manufacturing operations.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.