Location: Barnsley, UK
Contract:
Salary: Not specified
Work type: Not specified
Posted: 3 days ago
Deadline: 10/06/2026
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This rotational graduate scheme focuses on delivering hands-on technical experience within the fast-paced cooked meats manufacturing sector. Designed for Food Science or STEM graduates, the programme provides an extensive "farm to fork" training journey across multiple departments.
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey that will kickstart your career in the food industry? Our Food Technical Graduate Scheme is the perfect opportunity for talented individuals to thrive and make a real impact in the world of food.
As part of this exciting opportunity, you will be immersed in a variety of meaningful business projects, gaining hands-on experience in key areas such as product quality, safety, development and compliance. If you’re ready to take the first step in a rewarding career and make a meaningful difference in the food industry, this is the opportunity for you!
A bit about us
Cranswick Convenience Foods is one of the largest cooked meats manufacturers in the UK, supplying high quality cooked meats, from standard tiers through to premium, to leading high street retailers. With a diverse team of over 1,000 colleagues, every day at Cranswick brings unique challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth – there has never been a more exciting time to join us!
About the Food Technical Graduate Programme
Our Food Technical Graduate Programme offers you a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of our business, from farm to fork. You’ll embark on an extensive training program designed to equip you with everything you’ll need to excel within our technical function.
Throughout the scheme, you will rotate through various departments, working alongside industry experts and gaining invaluable insights into each stage of the production process. You’ll have the opportunity to work on real-world challenges, contribute to innovation in our product lines, and ensure the highest standards of food safety and quality are met.
Graduate Programme What are we looking for?
We're seeking individuals who thrive in the face of challenges, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and persistently pursue excellence. Candidates will preferably be studying or studied a Food Science or STEM related degree.
Ideal candidates are adaptable, open to learning new skills and technologies, and demonstrate the ability to thrive both independently and as part of a team. A resilient attitude and a proactive approach are essential for success in our fast-paced industry. If you’re ready to embrace new challenges and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!
What you’ll get in return
We offer a fantastic reward package in return, here’s a peek at some of our fantastic benefits:
Discounted ShareSave scheme
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay with service
Enhance pension scheme
Long service awards – vouchers and enhanced holidays with service
Access to our ‘Feed Your Wellbeing’ hub offering a range of retail, restaurant and entertainment discounts, as well as access to health and wellbeing support (including 24h virtual GP)
Cycle to work scheme
Opportunity to purchase extra holidays
Recommend a friend scheme
Death in service
Access to discounted and exclusive memberships
On site parking
How to apply
Apply directly through the company website. Clicking the link below will open the application page in a new window.
Location: Hull, UK
Industry: Food and Culinary
Cranswick are a FTSE 250 listed plc and recognised as being one of the best British food companies, with continued strong growth. We have invested over £125m in the last five years to ensure we continue to lead the industry. Supplying the UK’s top retailers, restaurants and food to go chains with a range of fabulous products including fresh pork, gourmet sausages, cooked meats, air dried bacon, sandwiches and savoury pastries as well as continental meats, cheese, olives and antipasti. Cranswick work very closely with their customers and also supply a range of their own brand products. We are currently looking for bright, keen and hungry people to join our teams where we aim to develop a multi-skilled, inspired, motivated and empowered workforce that aspires to take the business in to the future. Our Graduate scheme is aimed to fast-track you to your full potential. Residential courses are supplemented with work based assignments, and your performance is evaluated and guided through our personal development programme. We ensure your final full-time role is best aligned to where you see your career progressing. We have positions available on our Graduate programme and also for Placement options in the following functions; Technical, New Product Development, Sales, Marketing, Procurement and Production.
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