Production Operative
| Posting date: | 18 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Earn between £12.54 and £13.77 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Market Drayton, TF9 3AL |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1641 |
Summary
Job Advert
We are currently recruiting for a Food Production Operative to join our team in Market Drayton. This is an exciting opportunity to
work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, operating production machinery safely and efficiently while ensuring products
meet customer specifications and quality standards.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the effective running of the production line, maintaining high standards of
health & safety, food safety, and operational performance.
Job Title: Skilled Food Production Operative
Shift Pattern: 5am - 5p or 06:00 - 18:00 4on 4off
Location: Palethorpes Bakery, Market Drayton, TF9 3AL
Salary: Earn between £12.54 and £13.77 per hour
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
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.
Here at The Palethorpes Bakery we specialize in the production of sausage rolls and pies for all major UK retailers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out pre-start checks in line with site controls and codes of practice, reporting any issues immediately to the Group
Leader
* Operate production lines and machinery efficiently and safely
* Ensure all products meet required customer specifications and quality parameters
* Take corrective action where necessary or escalate issues appropriately
* Maintain high standards of Clean As You Go (CAYG) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and engineering teams
* Liaise with engineers when machinery is not fully operational and accurately record downtime
* Work safely at all times in line with site Health & Safety policies and procedures
* Correctly use all provided PPE and safety equipment
* Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and accidents promptly
* Follow all company rules to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others
* Adhere to all Food Safety and Quality regulations, hygiene standards, and company policies
* Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
* Ensure Clean As You Go practices are consistently followed
ABOUT YOU
* Numerate and literate
* Computer literate
* Good problem-solving ability
* Previous manufacturing experience desirable (but not essential)
* Fluent in spoken and written English
Benefits to Include:
24 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
Enhanced rates for all overtime
Heavy discounted staff shop
Free Parking
Sink your teeth into discounts with our online and high-street retailer discount scheme and benefits portal.
Join us in spreading sweetness with charity initiatives and team events that'll warm your heart.
24/7 access to Grocery Aid
Rise through the ranks with informal and formal training and career development opportunities through our individual online LMS
portal.
Secure your future with our company pension plan
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.
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.
We are currently recruiting for a Food Production Operative to join our team in Market Drayton. This is an exciting opportunity to
work within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, operating production machinery safely and efficiently while ensuring products
meet customer specifications and quality standards.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the effective running of the production line, maintaining high standards of
health & safety, food safety, and operational performance.
Job Title: Skilled Food Production Operative
Shift Pattern: 5am - 5p or 06:00 - 18:00 4on 4off
Location: Palethorpes Bakery, Market Drayton, TF9 3AL
Salary: Earn between £12.54 and £13.77 per hour
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
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.
Here at The Palethorpes Bakery we specialize in the production of sausage rolls and pies for all major UK retailers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out pre-start checks in line with site controls and codes of practice, reporting any issues immediately to the Group
Leader
* Operate production lines and machinery efficiently and safely
* Ensure all products meet required customer specifications and quality parameters
* Take corrective action where necessary or escalate issues appropriately
* Maintain high standards of Clean As You Go (CAYG) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, management, and engineering teams
* Liaise with engineers when machinery is not fully operational and accurately record downtime
* Work safely at all times in line with site Health & Safety policies and procedures
* Correctly use all provided PPE and safety equipment
* Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and accidents promptly
* Follow all company rules to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others
* Adhere to all Food Safety and Quality regulations, hygiene standards, and company policies
* Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
* Ensure Clean As You Go practices are consistently followed
ABOUT YOU
* Numerate and literate
* Computer literate
* Good problem-solving ability
* Previous manufacturing experience desirable (but not essential)
* Fluent in spoken and written English
Benefits to Include:
24 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
Enhanced rates for all overtime
Heavy discounted staff shop
Free Parking
Sink your teeth into discounts with our online and high-street retailer discount scheme and benefits portal.
Join us in spreading sweetness with charity initiatives and team events that'll warm your heart.
24/7 access to Grocery Aid
Rise through the ranks with informal and formal training and career development opportunities through our individual online LMS
portal.
Secure your future with our company pension plan
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.
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.