Founded in 1826 and a member of NSG group from June 2006, Pilkington is a leader in the global Flat Glass industry and is one of the  world’s largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for the building and automotive markets.

The combined annual sales of NSG and Pilkington are around £4 billion, with ownership/interest in 50 float lines on five continents,  producing 6.4 million tonnes annual output of float glass. The combined  company has 36,000 employees worldwide, and manufacturing operations in 26  countries, with Sales in more than 130 countries.

Our requirements

For functions such as engineering, research and development, IT and finance, we prefer graduates with relevant degrees. For manufacturing we prefer graduates with technical degrees, although others will be considered. For human resources, sales and marketing, and commercial management, we will consider graduates from any discipline who have the necessary motivation, personality and ability. Pilkington looks for good academic records, leadership ability and success in extra-curricular activities. The ability to communicate effectively, self-motivation and resilience are essential prerequisites for graduates who aspire to senior management positions.

Your development

A structured combination of job experience and planned, formal training on an individual and group basis enables graduates to make an early contribution and prepare for future responsibility. Most of our graduates will also have the opportunity to undertake a formal development programme, leading to a business qualification or professional institute membership.

Pilkington is becoming increasingly global in operation and opportunities are growing for international assignments. We offer competitive salaries that reflect current market rates, and whilst there will be variations from company to company, benefits comprise everything you would expect from an international organisation.

Application details

Details of current vacancies and how to apply can be obtained from our website www.pilkington.com or from the address shown.

Staff and vacancies

Variable vacancies. Please see our website for up to date vacancy details.

Work locations

Headquarters located in the northwest of England, with operations throughout the UK and overseas.

Occupation areas

Commercial management, finance, research and development, engineering, human resources, information technology, manufacturing, sales and marketing.

Salary and benefits

For 2007 salaries will be £20,500 to £23,000, dependent on degree and relevant experience.