Area Manager

The Compleat Food Group; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK chilled food manufacturer as a High Risk Area Manager. Responsible for leading a production team, ensuring safety and quality standards, and managing performance KPIs. The role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

23 Days annual leave

2 Employee Volunteering Days per year

Online and High-street retailer discount scheme

Employee well-being groups

Training opportunities with personalized online LMS

Charity Initiatives and Team events

24/7 Access to Grocery Aid

Free on-demand exercise hub

Free Financial wellbeing tools

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in food manufacturing or FMCG production.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on leader with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team to deliver daily manufacturing plans on time.
• Ensuring Health & Safety policies are championed.
• Monitoring performance data to reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organisational Skills

Proactivity

Job description

Join Our Production Leadership team in Middleborough as a High Risk Area Manager! If you're passionate about developing people, hitting targets, and continuously improving, we want to hear from you.

Location: The Compleat Food Group, South Bank Manufactoring, Unit 2A, Nelson Street, Middlesbrough, TS6 6BJ

Sector: UK Chilled Food Industry

Working Hours: 4on 4off 06:00 – 18:00

Pay: £33 759 per annum

Reporting To: Shift Manager

Are you ready to take ownership of a fast-paced production area in one of the UK’s leading food manufacturers? We're looking for an experienced and driven High Risk Area Manager to lead, inspire and deliver excellence in performance, safety, and quality.

About Us

The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.

Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.

Your Role

As a High Risk Area Manager, you’ll be:

• Leading your team to deliver the daily manufacturing plan – on time and to standard
• Driving a zero-accident culture by ensuring Health & Safety policies are championed and followed
• Monitoring live data to optimise performance, reduce waste, and increase machine and labour efficiency
• Managing and supporting supervisors, line leaders and operatives across your area
• Maintaining the highest standards of product quality and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Taking the lead on daily performance KPIs and reporting with confidence
• Identifying and addressing training needs across your team
• Supporting with audits, disciplinary procedures, attendance, and HR matters
• Being a visible, hands-on leader on the shop floor who thrives on action and accountability
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in food manufacturing or FMCG production
• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, lean processes, and continuous improvement
• Confidence in managing teams, performance, and H&S compliance
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• A hands-on leader with a proactive attitude and a focus on quality and efficiency
• A working knowledge of GMP and food safety standards
• The ability to thrive on a 4 on 4 off, 12-hour shift pattern
  
  

Benefits To Include

• 23 Days annual leave
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
  
  

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.

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to [e-mail] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.

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