Introduction
Earn while you learn with Cranswick and the University of Lincoln. Gain hands-on experience in manufacturing, learning how products are made, teams are led and operations are managed. You'll work towards a Level 6 Manufacturing Manager Degree Apprenticeship, developing the skills and knowledge needed to become a future leader.
About the Employer
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.
What You'll Do
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.
Training Outcome
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.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4 +
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 +
- Essential - A Level - Any - C+
Course Information
Course: Manufacturing manager (integrated degree) (level 6)
Level: 6
Route: Engineering and manufacturing
Apprenticeship Level: Degree
Working Arrangements
Working Week: 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.
Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months
Number of Positions Available: 10
Training Provider: UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.
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Food Manufacturing Operations Degree Apprenticeship employer: Cranswick plc
Cranswick is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in East Yorkshire where innovation meets operational excellence. As a leading food producer, we prioritise employee growth through comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a supportive culture that values collaboration and stakeholder engagement. With competitive benefits such as a pension scheme, share save options, and an employee discount platform, joining Cranswick means being part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving meaningful change in the food manufacturing industry.
