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We’re looking for a driven, people‑focused HR Advisor to join our vibrant team at our Preston site — the largest and most dynamic manufacturing operation in the Cranswick group. In this permanent role, you’ll become a key part of our People function, providing confident, front‑line HR support to managers, shaping best practice, and helping bring our people strategy to life.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting Managers: Provide day-to-day guidance on key matters such as disciplinary issues, grievances, absence management
Coaching & Confidence-Building: Work closely with line managers to help them navigate policies, procedures & contractual queries
Driving Engagement: Support the development & delivery of our Site Engagement Strategy
Leading Key Initiatives: Take ownership of important HR projects including wellbeing, ethical compliance & colleague experience
Championing Continuous Improvement: Spot opportunities to streamline processes, add value and strengthen how HR supports the wider business
Enhancing Systems & Processes: Maintain and improve HR systems to ensure smooth, efficient operations and reduce non-value-adding admin
Supporting Audits: Play a key role in internal and external ethical audits, ensuring high standards across the site
Tracking People Metrics: Report, analyse and interpret our weekly and monthly KPIs — including absence, turnover, retention and headcount — to inform decision-making
Requirements:
CIPD Level 3 (essential)
experience working in a busy HR environment
FMCG experience (desirable) – not essential, but it's a bonus if you're familiar with fast-moving, operational settings
strong communication and organisational skills
a calm, steady approach under pressure
Nice to have:
FMCG experience
What we offer:
Access to our discounted share scheme
a generous company pension – with employer contributions of up to 10%
a range of lifestyle benefits, including a retail discount app, bike-to-work scheme, and access to our wellbeing platform