Food Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Permanent Food Production Operatives, Days and Afternoon Shifts
Our client The Compleat Food Group are newly formed food company, with a specialist frying facility in Shaftesbury, Dorset they are currently looking for Permanent Production Operatives/ Food Production Operatives/ Bakery Operatives to join their friendly, yet very busy team to support the production of “savoury egg” products and “cocktail sausages” – true picnic favourites.
They have both permanent & temporary and Full and Part-Time positions available. With a wide variety of different roles available in Production, Manufacturing and packing they are confident they have a role to suit everyone.
***You do not need previous experience, as they will ensure you get all the training and support you need to progress your career with them***
Shifts: Days 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00 - 2 shift pattern, Monday to Friday. Weekend overtime available.
Benefits:
- £10.71 per hour + £16.06 per hour overtime payments
- Canteen Facilities
- Free Level 2 Food Safety Qualification
- All PPE provided
- Hero Awards and staff incentives on site
- Training to progress further in the business, fast-track opportunities to become Senior Operative and Team Leader
- Overtime rates paid after 37 hours per week.
As a Food Production Operative/Bakery Operative at this site, there are a variety of sections you will cover, such as:
- You will correctly place the product onto the moving production line.
- You will be mixing and loading ingredients into the machines.
- Making sure all product is formed correctly
- Decanting finished products off rack's
- You will ensure that all food is stored away correctly
- Pack all finished items off the line into the relevant packaging.
- You will be involved in assisting in all areas of production from manufacturing the products to packing and Despatch
- You will ensure that all trays, equipment and your work area are kept clean and tidy.
- Health and Safety regulations are followed and are adhered to
- Undertake training to progress your ability and career
What we need from you:
- 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 in hours and being punctual.
- Willingness to learn and progress in your role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shaftesbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Production Operative roles across Digiden Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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