Production Operative (Freezer Controller)
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £13.21 p/h |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Middlesborough, TS6 6BJ |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1665 |
Summary
Job Advert
Are you experienced in managing stock within a frozen or temperature-controlled environment? Do you thrive on accuracy, structure,
and making sure everything is exactly where it should be?
We’re looking for a Frozen Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock accuracy, rotation, and reporting within our busy
freezer operation in Middlesbrough. This is a critical role supporting production continuity, customer fulfilment, food safety,
and operational excellence.
Job Title: Frozen Inventory Controller – Chilled Food Manufacturing
Shift Pattern: 4on 4off 06:00 – 18:00
Location: Unit 2A, Nelson Street, Middlesbrough, TS6 6BJ
Salary: £13.21 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.
Key Responsibilities
As Frozen Inventory Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring complete accuracy and control of all frozen inventory on
site. You’ll manage cycle counts, investigate variances, maintain system integrity, and ensure full FIFO/FEFO compliance.
You’ll work closely with Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Technical, and Operations teams to ensure stock availability aligns
with production plans and customer requirements — while maintaining audit-ready standards at all times
* Ensure full compliance with all site H&S policies, PPE, SSOW, and freezer safety standards.
* Lead by example in identifying and addressing unsafe behaviours or conditions.
* Participate in accident and near-miss investigations.
* Support environmental targets by reducing waste, giveaway, energy, and water usage.
* Monitor freezer conditions including:
* Escalate any risks immediately.
* Maintain full compliance with BRC, HACCP, and site food safety standards.
* Support internal and external audits with accurate, traceable inventory records.
* Own frozen stock accuracy through daily cycle counts and reconciliations.
* Investigate and resolve stock variances between physical and system records within 48 hours.
* Ensure strict FIFO/FEFO rotation to minimise waste and prevent obsolescence.
* Work closely with Planning, Procurement, and Operations to ensure stock availability exceeds 99%.
* Proactively identify risks relating to ageing stock, shortages, or freezer capacity.
* Support inbound and outbound freezer movements during peak periods.
* Communicate risks and performance updates clearly to the management team.
About You - We’re looking for someone who:
Essential
* Proven experience managing inventory within freezer or chiller environments.
* Strong knowledge of stock control, cycle counting, and reconciliation.
* Understanding of food safety and compliance in temperature-controlled operations.
* Experience using ERP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
* Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to investigation.
* Confident communicator able to work across departments.
* Physically able and willing to work within frozen conditions.
Desirable
* Experience within frozen food or cold storage operations.
* Knowledge of BRC, HACCP, and food manufacturing standards.
* Experience supporting audits.
* Strong Excel and reporting skills.
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
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 20 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
* 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
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.
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.
Are you experienced in managing stock within a frozen or temperature-controlled environment? Do you thrive on accuracy, structure,
and making sure everything is exactly where it should be?
We’re looking for a Frozen Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock accuracy, rotation, and reporting within our busy
freezer operation in Middlesbrough. This is a critical role supporting production continuity, customer fulfilment, food safety,
and operational excellence.
Job Title: Frozen Inventory Controller – Chilled Food Manufacturing
Shift Pattern: 4on 4off 06:00 – 18:00
Location: Unit 2A, Nelson Street, Middlesbrough, TS6 6BJ
Salary: £13.21 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.
Key Responsibilities
As Frozen Inventory Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring complete accuracy and control of all frozen inventory on
site. You’ll manage cycle counts, investigate variances, maintain system integrity, and ensure full FIFO/FEFO compliance.
You’ll work closely with Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, Technical, and Operations teams to ensure stock availability aligns
with production plans and customer requirements — while maintaining audit-ready standards at all times
* Ensure full compliance with all site H&S policies, PPE, SSOW, and freezer safety standards.
* Lead by example in identifying and addressing unsafe behaviours or conditions.
* Participate in accident and near-miss investigations.
* Support environmental targets by reducing waste, giveaway, energy, and water usage.
* Monitor freezer conditions including:
* Escalate any risks immediately.
* Maintain full compliance with BRC, HACCP, and site food safety standards.
* Support internal and external audits with accurate, traceable inventory records.
* Own frozen stock accuracy through daily cycle counts and reconciliations.
* Investigate and resolve stock variances between physical and system records within 48 hours.
* Ensure strict FIFO/FEFO rotation to minimise waste and prevent obsolescence.
* Work closely with Planning, Procurement, and Operations to ensure stock availability exceeds 99%.
* Proactively identify risks relating to ageing stock, shortages, or freezer capacity.
* Support inbound and outbound freezer movements during peak periods.
* Communicate risks and performance updates clearly to the management team.
About You - We’re looking for someone who:
Essential
* Proven experience managing inventory within freezer or chiller environments.
* Strong knowledge of stock control, cycle counting, and reconciliation.
* Understanding of food safety and compliance in temperature-controlled operations.
* Experience using ERP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
* Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach to investigation.
* Confident communicator able to work across departments.
* Physically able and willing to work within frozen conditions.
Desirable
* Experience within frozen food or cold storage operations.
* Knowledge of BRC, HACCP, and food manufacturing standards.
* Experience supporting audits.
* Strong Excel and reporting skills.
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
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
* 20 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
* 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
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.
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.