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Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.\nJob Purpose and Impact\nFull-Time Apprenticeship | Food & Drink Technical Operator Level 3\nLocation: York, YO31 8BA\nStart Date: January 2027\nApprenticeship Provider: University of Lincoln\nWorking Pattern: Monday-Friday during initial training, progressing to a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern as competence develops.\nPosition Purpose\nAs an Apprentice Process Operator, you will learn how to safely operate, monitor, and maintain manufacturing equipment while producing products that meet quality, food safety, and customer requirements.\nWorking alongside experienced operators, engineers, and supervisors, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to complete the Level 3 Food & Drink Technical Operator Apprenticeship. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills and build a long-term career in food manufacturing.\nApprenticeship Programme\nThe apprenticeship is delivered by the University of Lincoln through block-release learning and combines:\nPractical workplace training\nStructured classroom learning\nFood safety, GMP, and HACCP principles\nManufacturing process operations\nContinuous improvement techniques\nPersonal and professional development\nYou will receive dedicated off-the-job training time and be fully supported throughout the programme by both Cargill and the University of Lincoln.\nWorking Hours\nDuring your first year, you may work a standard Monday-Friday pattern to support onboarding and training. As your skills and competence develop, you will transition into the site's operational shift pattern: 2 x 12-hour day shifts, 2 x 12-hour night shifts followed by 4 days off.\nFlexibility will be required to support both operational and apprenticeship requirements.\nKey Accountabilities\nAs part of your apprenticeship, you will:\nLearn to safely operate manufacturing and process equipment.\nComplete equipment checks and production start-up activities.\nMonitor production processes and equipment performance.\nCarry out routine operational and quality checks.\nRecord production and quality information using computer-based systems.\nCollect samples and support quality assurance activities.\nAssist with product changeovers and production set-up.\nSupport preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting activities.\nSafely handle ingredients, materials, and finished products.\nMaintain high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, and food safety.\nFollow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), HACCP, environmental, and health & safety requirements.\nWork across different production areas to broaden your skills and experience.\nParticipate in continuous improvement activities.\nAttend apprenticeship training, assessments, and development activities.\nWork towards successful completion of the apprenticeship and End Point Assessment.\nQualifications\nWhat We're Looking For\nWe welcome applications from school leavers, college leavers, graduates, career changers, and individuals returning to work.\nNo previous food manufacturing experience is required. 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We encourage candidates to let us know if they require any accommodations during the recruitment or interview process so we can support them appropriately.\nInterested? Then make sure to send us your CV and cover letter in English today.\nFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cargill\nCargill is committed to being an inclusive employer. 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