Production Operative (Nights)

We have a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in manufacturing (or a strong willingness to learn) who thrives in a fast-paced team environment and takes pride in producing top-quality pastry products.

Job Title: Production Operative 

Shift Pattern: 4on 4off Shift Pattern 18:00 – 06:00

Location: Palethorpes Bakery,  Market Drayton, TF9 3AL

Salary: Earn £14.52 per hour

About Us: At The Compleat Food Group, we're always raising the savoury bar and crafting delicious savoury foods and perfect pies that delight taste buds across the nation. Based at our Palethorpes Bakery, Shropshire we're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our savoury squad as Line Operators. If you've got a knack for fast-paced food production, a keen eye for detail, and a love for all things pastry, then you might just be the perfect filling for our team!

Job Description: Are you hands-on, safety-focused, and passionate about working with production machinery? We’re looking for a Production Operatives to join our team in Market Drayton, ensuring our products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. As a Skilled Production Operative, you will play a pivotal role in our fast-paced food production environment, ensuring the seamless operation of our Hot-Pie production lines. You will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of efficiency, quality, and hygiene while adhering to strict safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out Pre-Start checks and reporting any issues to your Group Leader.

• Running production machinery efficiently and safely, with in-depth knowledge of equipment.

• Monitoring products against customer specifications and making adjustments where needed.

• Following strict Health & Safety and Food Safety standards at all times.

• Working with engineers to resolve machinery issues and recording downtime.

• Supporting a clean and safe work environment through "Clean As You Go" practices.

• Communicating effectively across all levels of the team.

• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve any production issues promptly.

Requirements:

1. Good written and spoken English skills to effectively communicate with team members and supervisors.
2. Previous experience in a fast-paced factory environment, ideally within the food industry.
3. Physical ability to lift and handle weights up to 25kg safely.
4. Experience as Production Operative or knowledge of operating and maintaining production line equipment is advantageous.
5. Knowledge of critical control points (CCPs) and food safety regulations is preferred.

Benefits to Include:

• 24 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced rates for all overtime
• Heavy discounted staff shop
• Free Parking
• Sink your teeth into discounts with our online and high-street retailer discount scheme and benefits portal.
• Join us in spreading sweetness with charity initiatives and team events that'll warm your heart.
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
• Rise through the ranks with informal and formal training and career development opportunities through our individual online LMS portal.
• Secure your future with our company pension plan

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com  and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.