Warehouse Team Leader

We're looking for an energetic, hands-on Warehouse Team Leader to join our team in Clitheroe .

This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse and people-management experience who enjoys leading from the front. You'll support our Warehouse Supervisors and Manager, take ownership of your area and help your team deliver high standards of safety, quality and performance every day .

Job Title: Warehouse Team Leader - Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location: The Compleat Food Group, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD

Working Hours: 06:00 - 18:00, Fortnightly rotating shift pattern - Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Pay: £16.24 per hour (plus overtime outside of normal shift)

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 18 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we're united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Warehouse Team Leader, you'll be the first point of contact for your team, helping to organise the day, solve problems and make sure everything runs smoothly.

Take ownership of your warehouse area, which could include Despatch, Goods In, Chiller, Ambient or Low Care
Lead, motivate and support your team throughout the shift
Allocate work effectively to meet the changing needs of the operation
Coach and mentor colleagues, sharing your knowledge and helping people develop
Make sure team members receive the right training and support to carry out their roles safely and confidently
Promote a positive "can-do" culture and strong team-working ethic
Plan weekly rotas for your department
Step up to provide cover for other Team Leaders and Supervisors when required
Act as the first point of contact when day-to-day challenges arise, working with the Warehouse Supervisor and Manager to find solutions
Use our Warehouse Management System (WMS) to support the smooth running of warehouse operations
Maintain accurate departmental records and documentation
Support BRC and other audits , internal audits, quality systems and SOP compliance
Ensure safe systems of work and Health & Safety procedures are followed
Monitor daily start-up checks and sign-offs for machinery and equipment, escalating any issues promptly
Support COSHH requirements and documentation

What we're looking for

You'll already have experience working within a warehouse environment , ideally within food manufacturing , and you'll be comfortable taking responsibility for both people and operational performance.

Previous team leadership, supervisory or people-management experience
Strong communication skills and the confidence to lead a team
Good computer skills and experience using a Warehouse Management System
An understanding of food safety principles and good warehouse practices
Knowledge of Health & Safety within a warehouse environment
An understanding of BRC standards
The ability to organise, prioritise and respond quickly when plans change
A flexible, self-motivated and enthusiastic approach
Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene
Level 1 or 2 HACCP
Hygiene and Chemical Awareness
FLT Counterbalance Certificate
PPT Certificate
Bendi/Pivot Steer FLT Certificate

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
20.5 days' annual leave 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.

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.

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