Food Manufacturing Operations Degree Apprenticeship
Cranswick PLC · Kingston Upon Hull · posted 2 September 2026
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As an Operations Degree Apprentice, you'll learn how a food manufacturing business works from the inside. You'll gain hands-on experience across production, quality, planning and leadership, helping teams make sure products are produced safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
You'll work alongside experienced managers, develop problem-solving skills, support improvement projects and learn how to lead people and processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Over time, you'll build the knowledge and experience needed to become a future Operations leader.
Your training
Training will combine practical experience at your Cranswick site with study towards the Level 6 Food Manufacturing Management Degree Apprenticeship delivered by the University of Lincoln.
Apprentices will attend regular university learning sessions and complete workplace-based projects throughout the programme.
Alongside university study, you'll take part in structured internal training covering food manufacturing, health and safety, quality, leadership, continuous improvement, operational excellence and people management.
You'll also have opportunities to network with apprentices across the business, attend knowledge-sharing sessions and learn from experienced managers and leaders.
Training will take place throughout the programme, with dedicated off-the-job learning time.
Where it leads
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.
About Cranswick PLC
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.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4 +) — essential
- GCSE Maths (grade 4 +) — essential
- A Level Any (grade C+) — essential
Where you'll work
- 74 Helsinki Road, Sutton Fields Industrial Estate, Kingston Upon Hull, HU7 0YW
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