Production Operative (Nights)

The Compleat Food Group; Market Drayton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food company is seeking a Production Operative for its Market Drayton site. Candidates should have experience in fast-paced environments, strong English skills, and the ability to work safely with machinery. The role involves monitoring production lines, adhering to safety standards, and collaborating with team members. This opportunity comes with competitive pay and numerous benefits including career development and a pension plan.

Benefits

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 scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 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 a Production Operative or knowledge of operating production line equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Pre-Start checks and report issues to your Group Leader.
• Run production machinery efficiently and safely.
• Monitor products against customer specifications and adjust where needed.
• Follow strict Health & Safety and Food Safety standards.
• Work with engineers to resolve machinery issues.
• Support a clean and safe work environment through 'Clean As You Go' practices.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the team.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

Good written and spoken English skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience in a fast-paced factory environment

Knowledge of food safety regulations

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Production Operative

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off, 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 craft delicious savoury foods and perfect pies. Based at Palethorpes Bakery, Shropshire, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our savoury squad as Line Operators. If you have a knack for fast-paced food production, a keen eye for detail, and a love for pastry, you could be a great fit for our team.

Job Description

We’re looking for Production Operatives to join our team in Market Drayton, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. As a Skilled Production Operative, you will play a pivotal role in a fast-paced food production environment, ensuring the seamless operation of the 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

• 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 scheme and benefits portal
• Charity initiatives and team events
• 24/7 access to Grocery Aid
• Career development opportunities through online LMS portal
• Company pension plan

Culture and Equality

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent to drive exceptional results. We are committed to fairness, equity, inclusivity and respect and aim to help all colleagues thrive. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support to succeed. We welcome questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

How to Apply

Please send a message to [e-mail]. We will reach out if we have roles needing additional support. 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.