Food Production Zone Manager

We are looking for a proactive and driven Food Production Zone Manager to join our Chilled Food manufacturing team in Bristol.

Job Title: Zone Manager

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

Location: Unit 4, Bristol Distribution Park, Hawkley Drive, Woodlands Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 0BF

Salary: £38 800 per annum 

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

About the role: 

In this key leadership role, you will oversee a designated production area, leading colleagues and ensuring processes run efficiently, safely, and to the highest food manufacturing standards.

You will play a vital role in delivering production targets, maintaining quality and safety standards, and developing a high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy driving operational improvements, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

As a Zone Manager, you will:

Deliver Production Performance

• Lead your department/zone to achieve productivity and efficiency targets in line with the production plan
• Ensure products are prepared and manufactured to the highest standards

 Lead and Develop Your Team

• Manage and support colleagues within your zone
• Monitor team capability and support development to maximise potential
• Ensure clear communication of goals, expectations and performance standards

 Ensure Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Monitor raw materials, ingredients and processes to ensure compliance with food safety standards
• Promote a strong Health, Safety & Environmental culture
• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions and encourage near-miss reporting

Drive Operational Improvement

• Review operational trends and identify opportunities to improve quality, performance and profitability
• Monitor machinery and equipment performance through Optimum Equipment Efficiency (OEE)
• Contribute to customer and technical process development reviews to enhance production quality and consistency

 Collaborate Across Operations

• Communicate regularly with the operations team on progress against the production plan
• Highlight risks to production volumes, timelines or standards

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who is hands-on, organised, and passionate about operational excellence.

You will ideally have:

✔ Good standard of education with strong literacy and numeracy skills
✔ Ability to communicate effectively and report in English
✔ Experience managing teams in a complex manufacturing environment
✔ Advanced Food Hygiene certification
✔ HACCP Level 2 qualification
✔ IOSH Level 2 qualification

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 24 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
• Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development

• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme  to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

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.

Recruitment Agencies: 

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.