Job Advert Job Title: Production Operative Shift Pattern: 06:00 - 18:00 4on 4off Location: Palethorpes Bakery, Market Drayton, TF9 3AL Salary: Earn £12.54 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. Job Description: As a Production Operative in our Packing Department, you will play a pivotal role in our fast-paced food production environment, ensuring the seamless operation of our 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: As a Service Operative you will: * Moving packed goods and pallets to the warehouse * Moving empty trays from the ends of lines * Replenishing stock to help with production lines. * You will ensure that all trays, equipment, and your work area are kept clean and tidy. * You will stack trays and baskets safely following sites processes. * Ensure all Health and Safety and food safety regulations are followed and adhered to * Undertake training to progress your ability and career! Requirements: * Basic English skills, able to communicate with those around you. * Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision and follow instructions. * You will be reliable, and hard-working and can work within a team in a very busy, fast-paced environment. * Good attendance, flexibility to hours and being punctual. * Willingness to learn and progress in your role. 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.