Manufacturing Capability Manager
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £60-62k + Car Allowance + Bonus |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Home-based, NG2 1LW |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1637 |
Summary
Job Advert
Manufacturing Capability Manager
Location: Home-based with regular UK site travel
Salary: £60,000–£62,000 + £5,700 car allowance + 15% bonus
The Compleat Food Group is on an exciting journey to become the UK’s number one chilled prepared food company — and we know that
great manufacturing performance starts with great leadership.
We’re looking for a Manufacturing Capability Manager to design, develop and deliver impactful capability programmes for our
manufacturing managers across all sites.
About the Role
This is a high-impact role focused on equipping our first-time supervisors through to managers of managers with the skills,
knowledge and confidence to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You’ll build practical, hands-on programmes that embed strong coaching, performance management and leadership capability directly
onto the factory floor.
Key responsibilities include:
* Designing and delivering manager capability programmes tailored to manufacturing
* Embedding coaching, feedback and performance management skills
* Supporting succession planning and development of high-potential leaders
* Measuring learning adoption and driving continuous improvement
* Ensuring Health & Safety and Food Safety principles are integrated into all development activity
* Collaborating with L&D and site leadership teams to align with wider organisational frameworks
This is a home-based role with regular travel to our UK manufacturing sites, working closely with site leadership teams to ensure
real workplace application and impact.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience designing and delivering leadership or manager development programmes within manufacturing
* Strong understanding of coaching, performance management and applied leadership in production environments
* Experience working across multi-site operations
* A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at all levels
* Excellent facilitation and communication skills
* A coaching mindset with resilience and adaptability
* L&D, HR or management development qualifications are desirable.
What Success Looks Like
* Improved manager confidence and leadership capability
* Stronger application of Health & Safety and Food Safety standards
* Tangible improvements in performance and operational discipline
* Programmes delivered on time, within budget and adopted across sites
About us
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
create Food 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, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real
Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & 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.
With over 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.
We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.
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:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
* Competitive Car Allowance
* Company Bonus Scheme recognising performance and contribution
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
* Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
* 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
* EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
* Private Medical Insurance
* Group Life Assurance (work level dependent)
* 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
Career Growth & Development
* 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
Manufacturing Capability Manager
Location: Home-based with regular UK site travel
Salary: £60,000–£62,000 + £5,700 car allowance + 15% bonus
The Compleat Food Group is on an exciting journey to become the UK’s number one chilled prepared food company — and we know that
great manufacturing performance starts with great leadership.
We’re looking for a Manufacturing Capability Manager to design, develop and deliver impactful capability programmes for our
manufacturing managers across all sites.
About the Role
This is a high-impact role focused on equipping our first-time supervisors through to managers of managers with the skills,
knowledge and confidence to lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You’ll build practical, hands-on programmes that embed strong coaching, performance management and leadership capability directly
onto the factory floor.
Key responsibilities include:
* Designing and delivering manager capability programmes tailored to manufacturing
* Embedding coaching, feedback and performance management skills
* Supporting succession planning and development of high-potential leaders
* Measuring learning adoption and driving continuous improvement
* Ensuring Health & Safety and Food Safety principles are integrated into all development activity
* Collaborating with L&D and site leadership teams to align with wider organisational frameworks
This is a home-based role with regular travel to our UK manufacturing sites, working closely with site leadership teams to ensure
real workplace application and impact.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience designing and delivering leadership or manager development programmes within manufacturing
* Strong understanding of coaching, performance management and applied leadership in production environments
* Experience working across multi-site operations
* A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at all levels
* Excellent facilitation and communication skills
* A coaching mindset with resilience and adaptability
* L&D, HR or management development qualifications are desirable.
What Success Looks Like
* Improved manager confidence and leadership capability
* Stronger application of Health & Safety and Food Safety standards
* Tangible improvements in performance and operational discipline
* Programmes delivered on time, within budget and adopted across sites
About us
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
create Food 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, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real
Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & 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.
With over 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.
We are backed by European private equity firm PAI Partners.
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:
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits
* Competitive Car Allowance
* Company Bonus Scheme recognising performance and contribution
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to purchase extra
* Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
* 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
* EV charging points - available at selected sites
Health & Wellbeing
* Private Medical Insurance
* Group Life Assurance (work level dependent)
* 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
Career Growth & Development
* 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