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Location: Palethorpes – Market Drayton (Part of The Compleat Food Group)
Salary: £50-55,000
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 18:00 – 06:00
Full-time, Permanent
The Compleat Food Group is a new kind of food company built on strong values, market-leading brands, and great people. We’re now looking for an experienced and confident Shift Manager – Nights to lead the night operation at our Palethorpes site, ensuring the successful delivery of SQDCP performance (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People) through strong leadership and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Full accountability for SHE performance across the night shift
* Complete audits, monitor pre-start checks, and follow up on outstanding actions
* Take a proactive approach to reduce incidents and near misses
Food Safety & Quality
* Ensure compliance with food safety standards including HACCP and allergen/speciation control
* Work closely with QA to address non-conformances and drive improvements
* Ensure documentation accuracy, GMP, and equipment calibration standards are met
* Lead and support a team of Group Leaders and operational colleagues
* Manage team resourcing, absence, training, and succession planning
* Handle disciplinary and grievance matters with confidence and fairness
* Communicate business updates, promote engagement, and reward performance
Operational Delivery
* Drive performance across SQDCP targets through structured shift management
* Use problem-solving tools (e.g. 5 Whys) to resolve operational challenges
* Maintain and update SOPs and safe systems of work
* Lead cross-functional collaboration to deliver solutions and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
* Leadership experience in food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced environment
* Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Safety standards
* Skilled in managing and developing people across a multi-skilled team
* Proactive, resilient, and results-focused approach
* Strong communication and decision-making skills
What’s on Offer
* Monday to Thursday, 18:00 – 06:00 – long weekend every week
* The opportunity to lead a key shift within one of the UK’s most exciting food businesses
* A supportive, values-led culture with opportunities for personal and professional growth
Join The Compleat Food Group and help shape the future of food, one night shift at a time. Apply now.
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