Production Operative

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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).

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity, committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.