Launched in 2022, the Manufacturing Academy provides its colleagues with the opportunity to complete NVQs from level two to level five, combining structured, on-the-job learning with formal training.
It is delivered across McCain’s four UK sites in Scarborough, Whittlesey, Wombourne and Hull. The programme supports employees to build capabilities across logistics, food and drink production, business operations and leadership.
It is open to all McCain employees who are invited to apply through a consultation with their line manager to ensure the programme aligns with their professional development plan.
Since its launch, 118 of its employees have enrolled, with more than 25% of participants progressing into new roles, McCain said.
The latest ceremony was held at the company’s Scarborough headquarters and was attended by Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby.
Alison Hume, MP for Scarborough and Whitby, said: “Congratulations to this year’s Manufacturing Academy graduates. They should be incredibly proud of what they’ve achieved. I’m passionate about initiatives like this because I want to see more people from Scarborough building successful careers in Scarborough. Programmes like the Manufacturing Academy prove you don’t have to leave our town to get on in life.”
Alison Rance, VP of Manufacturing, McCain GB&I, said: " It’s brilliant to see the ongoing impact the programme is having, supporting colleagues from all ages across the business to grow and progress in their careers. Moments like these highlight the role our people play in shaping the future of manufacturing at McCain.”
While Paul Hilton, Hygiene Lead, McCain Hull, who took part in the Manufacturing Academy described it as a “real turning point.”
“It’s given me the confidence and skills to step into a leadership role and take ownership of my development,” he said.
“It’s opened new opportunities and shown what’s possible with the right support, and I’d encourage others to give it a go and see where it can take them.”
