Production Operative (Multiple roles available)
Company: Humdinger Ltd, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25
Pay: Starting rate Grade 2 £15.08 per hour (potential overtime at 150%). Potential progression to Grade 3 at £16.08 per hour.
Shift Pattern: 12‑hour rotating shifts – days 6am‑6pm and nights 6pm‑6am. No Friday night, Saturday day, Saturday night or Sunday day shift.
Weekly schedule: Week 1 – 3 day shifts & 2 days off; Week 2 – 3 night shifts & 5 days off; Week 3 – 2 day + 2 night shifts & 5 days off. Pattern repeats.
About the Site
Humdinger’s Sherburn‑in‑Elmet site is a fast‑growing confectionery facility producing over 5,000 tonnes of chocolate and snacking products annually, with advanced technologies including belt coating, button manufacture, drop rolling and hard panning. It serves a diverse customer base across retail, third‑party and B2B channels.
Responsibilities
- Operate machinery – you will be trained to operate 3 key assets in either processing or packing.
- Maintain high standards of product quality, food safety and good manufacturing practices through regular checks and cleaning schedules.
- Monitor machinery performance, report issues and oversee the running of the line.
- Complete documentation, including Critical Control Point checks, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and safe working practices.
- Support and guide others in best practice manufacturing, demonstrating strong communication skills.
- Work flexibly as a team player, handling pressure and adapting to different areas of the business.
- Maintain safety consciousness and commitment to quality and GMP.
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating manufacturing equipment and working to site‑based performance targets.
- Level 2 Food Safety and Allergen Awareness training (or willingness to undertake training).
- Desirable but not required: prior food manufacturing experience.
Benefits
- Paid breaks and overtime rates at a minimum of time and a half of basic rate.
- Holidays in excess of statutory minimum – all bank holidays off.
- Substantial time off between shifts (five days off twice every three weeks) to support a better work‑life balance.
- Pension: 4% employer contribution plus Life Assurance at 4 times salary.
- Paycare Health Care Cash Plan – annual allowance for dental, optical, chiropractic, counselling and more.
- Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle‑to‑work and electric car schemes (subject to criteria).
Equal Opportunity
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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