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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

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!

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.

• 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.

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

• 24 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced rates for all overtime
• Heavy discounted staff shop
• Free Parking
• Discounts through online and high-street retailer discount scheme and benefits portal
• Charity initiatives and team events
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
• Training and career development opportunities through our LMS portal
• 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, and we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities 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 Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge 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.