Food Manufacturing Operations Degree Apprenticeship

Cranswick is one of the UK's biggest food manufacturers, producing products sold in major supermarkets and enjoyed by millions of people every day. With sites across the UK, we offer exciting career opportunities, hands-on experience, great development programmes and the chance to earn while you learn with a business that's invested in your future.

4 on 4 off shift pattern, typically 6:00am to 6:00pm, with structured breaks throughout the day. Dedicated time for university study, training and development is included as part of the apprenticeship programme. 40 hours a week3 years 6 monthsCommunication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4 +)
• Maths (grade 4 +)

A Level in:

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative

English (grade 4 +), Maths (grade 4 +), Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Successful apprentices will typically progress into supervisory and management roles within Operations. Depending on performance and business opportunities, potential career paths include:

• Production Supervisor
• Shift Manager
• Operations Manager
• Manufacturing Manager
• Site Leadership roles

During the programme, you'll gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to lead teams, manage production processes, drive continuous improvement and support business performance within one of the UK's leading food manufacturers.

Many of our future leaders begin their careers through apprenticeships, making this an excellent pathway into a long-term management career with Cranswick.