Food Production jobs in United Kingdom

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented HR Advisor to join a fast‑paced, people‑focused manufacturing and food production business supplying leading retailers across the UK. Working closely with the Site HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a large operational workforce and ensuring the delivery of an efficient, consistent, and compliant HR service in a high‑volume, time‑sensitive environment.

• Provide first‑line advice, coaching and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of HR policies and procedures.
• Prepare and issue contracts of employment, variations and associated documentation for weekly and salaried employees.
• Coordinate end‑to‑end recruitment activity including interview scheduling, offer letters, onboarding and compliance checks.
• Deliver engaging induction sessions and coordinate "train‑the‑trainer" sessions for agency staff.
• Compile and analyse HR data and monthly KPI reports to identify trends and support management decisions.
• Track and manage probationary reviews, absence triggers, holiday entitlement and other key employment milestones.
• Support employee relations activity including investigation meetings, disciplinary hearings and grievance processes.
• Support learning and development activity including internal functional skills training, MHE certification and health & safety compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing HR processes, recommending efficiencies and promoting best practice.
• Collaborate closely with agency partners to ensure full compliance with onboarding, right‑to‑work and training standards.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, site events and well‑being campaigns to promote a positive workplace culture.
• Provide advisory support during audits and internal compliance reviews.

• Ideally CIPD Level 5 qualified (or Level 3 with a commitment to progress).
• Proven HR experience in a fast‑paced, operational setting – manufacturing, food production, logistics or FMCG preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and employment law fundamentals.
• Excellent IT literacy including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and HRIS platforms.
• High level of accuracy, organisation and professional integrity.
• Clear and confident communicator with the ability to influence and build credibility across all levels.
• Strong numeracy, data handling and reporting capability.
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Passionate about people, development and driving a positive employee experience.