Production Line Coordinator (Nights)

Addo Food Group Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days’ annual leave + 8 bank hols

Retail discounts

Volunteer days

Wellbeing resources

Learning platform access

Job summary

The Compleat Food Group seeks a Production Line Coordinator (Nights) in Bristol to lead by example on the factory floor, keeping production on track and ensuring safety and quality records. The role supports the Zone Manager, deputising as needed, and involves guiding new starters, assigning tasks, and addressing issues promptly.

With a nights shift pattern and a pay rate of £15.68 per hour (plus overtime), this hands-on role offers opportunities to impact daily targets and team performance

Qualifications

• Experience or good understanding of a food production environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with people at all levels.
• Good literacy, numeracy and English language skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Leading by example – supporting and motivating operatives to meet daily targets.
• Keeping production on track with smooth handovers and pre-start checks.
• Getting the best from the team by allocating tasks effectively.
• Putting safety first and ensuring PPE and safe working practices.
• Maintaining production records and CCP checks on time.
• Helping new starters settle in and understand responsibilities.
• Identifying issues early and coordinating with management.

Skills

Food production knowledge

Communication

Literacy & numeracy

Attention to detail

Organised

Leadership

Teamwork

Job description

Salary: £15.68 per hour (plus overtime outside of normal shift)

Are you a confident, hands-on team player who enjoys leading by example? Do you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and have a passion for delivering great results?

At The Compleat Food Group, we're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Production Line Coordinator to join our team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys taking responsibility, supporting colleagues and making a real difference on the factory floor.

Job Title: Production Line Coordinator (Nights)

Shift Pattern: 18:00 – 06:00 4on 4off

Location: Unit 4, Bristol Distribution Park, Hawkley Drive, Woodlands Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS320BF

Salary: £15.68 per hour (plus overtime outside of normal shift)

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 createFood 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, includingWall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, andHarvey & 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.

Withover 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.

At our Bristol site we are one of the leading producer's of chilled soups and sauces. We proudly supply roughly 40% of the UK's chilled sauces and 20% of the country’s chilled soups to some of the UK's leading retailers.

About the Role

As a Production Line Coordinator, you'll play an important role in supporting and deputising for the Zone Manager, helping to keep your department running safely, smoothly and efficiently.

No two days will be quite the same! Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading by example – Supporting and motivating production operatives to achieve daily targets while maintaining high standards.
• Keeping production on track – Ensuring smooth shift handovers, completing pre-start checks and making sure equipment is ready for production.
• Getting the best from your team – Monitoring performance, allocating tasks effectively and helping colleagues succeed.
• Putting safety first – Making sure everyone follows health and safety procedures, wears the correct PPE and works in a safe environment.
• Maintaining quality standards – Ensuring production records, food safety documentation and critical control point (CCP) checks are completed accurately and on time.
• Supporting new starters – Helping new colleagues settle in, understand their responsibilities and feel part of the team.
• Solving problems – Identifying issues early, taking appropriate action and working closely with management to keep everything running smoothly.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and the confidence to support others.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• Experience or a good understanding of a food production environment.
• Food Safety Level 2 and Health & Safety Level 2 knowledge or qualifications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with people at all levels.
• Good literacy, numeracy and English language skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• The ability to stay organised and focused in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands-on approach and a willingness to take ownership.
• A genuine team spirit and the confidence to lead by example.
• Health & Safety Level 2
• Knowledge of production operations and processes

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:

• 20 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase extra
• 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
• 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
• 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

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity

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.

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