Machine Setter
Location: Milton Keynes
Hours: Days – 06:00 to 18:00 | 4 days on, 4 days off (including weekends & UK public holidays)
Salary: Starting at £13.50/hr during 12-week paid training, rising to £15.65/hr after training
Contract: Full-time, permanent | Weekly paid
Why Cranswick?
At Cranswick plc, one of the UK’s leading food producers and a proud food manufacturing company, we put our people first. We create a working environment where you can develop your skills, grow your career, and be part of a passionate team delivering top-quality meat products every day.
What’s In It For You?
Fast-track career progression: Complete our fully paid 12-week training and step up to Advanced Production Operative with an instant pay rise.
Ongoing support & development: Full PPE provided and continuous learning opportunities.
Fantastic benefits: Onsite canteen with hot meals, employee share scheme, birthday vouchers, and much more.
Work-life balance: Enjoy a consistent 4 days on, 4 days off day shift pattern in a modern, refrigerated facility.
Positive and inclusive culture: Join a friendly, supportive team where your contribution really matters.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Machine Setter and Advanced Production Operative, you’ll play a vital role in our production line by:
Setting up and calibrating our state-of-the-art meat slicing machines accurately for each product run.
Loading products into slicing machines efficiently and safely.
Operating hand slicer machines with care and precision.
Troubleshooting basic machine settings and escalating technical issues to our Engineering team when needed.
Completing quality paperwork accurately and supporting our high-quality standards.
Training and guiding Operatives and Agency staff.
Deputising for the Team Leader when required.
Who We’re Looking For
We want motivated, dependable people with:
A sharp eye for detail and the ability to spot any anomalies.
Good English reading and writing skills.
A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
Comfort working in a refrigerated, fast-paced factory environment.
Previous experience in production or machinery operation is a bonus but not essential — we’ll train the right people!
Ready to Take Your Career to the Next Level?
If you’re looking for a rewarding, long-term career with a company that truly values quality, innovation, and its people — apply now and join the Cranswick family!
Cranswick plc is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.
Cranswick plc – Quality, innovation, and people at the heart of everything we do.
