Machine Minder

Exciting Opportunity Alert: Join the Thrilling World of Humdinger!

Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of flavor and innovation at Humdinger in Heckington!

Who are Humdinger, you ask? We're the magicians of taste, turning humble nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into mouthwatering snacks that'll leave you craving for more! With our extensive range of products, we've built a rock-solid reputation for quality and creativity. Chances are, you've already savored our treats without even realizing it!

Based in the heart of Heckington (Sleaford), and Bromborough (formerly Sun Valley Ltd), Humdinger is proud to be part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with top-notch food manufacturers nationwide. 

Now, brace yourself for the ultimate adventure: We're on the lookout for Machine Minders to join our elite team at Humdinger in Heckington. As a Machine Minder, you'll be the maestro behind the scenes, ensuring our cutting-edge VFFS (Vertical Form Fill & Seal) bagging machines and multi-head fillers run like clockwork. Your mission? To supercharge efficiencies and smash every operational target in sight!

But wait, there's more:

Hourly Pay: £12.50

Hours: Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00 (Rotating Weekly)

Breaks: x2 20 minute paid breaks

Join us in crafting the future of snacking excellence. Apply now and unleash your potential with Humdinger!

• Deliver the Right 1st Time Quality of all products produced. 

• Ensure the line is run to its optimal capacity, minimising changeovers & improving yields  

• Ensure that all aspects of shift/Line quality are adhered to 

• Ensure all basic mechanical defects are repaired, either through own capability or with Engineering assistance 

• Constantly look to improve the performance of the line through basic CI.  

• GHP (Good Hygiene Practice) & GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) are adhered to at all times. 

• All downtime/losses are recorded. 

• Attend training as required.  

• Exceptional People skills
• Outstanding communication skills
• Reasonable level of Computer Literacy
• Working experience within an FMCG environment (ideally Food)
• Previous experience with CCPs and quality paperwork in a food environment (Desirable)
• Completion of Level 2 Food Safety (Training provided by the company if not held before starting)
• Good knowledge of check weighers & X-Ray machines (Desirable)
• Machinery experience

• Attractive company Pension scheme and life assurance scheme at x4 basic
• Paid breaks
• Health care cash plan via Paycare paying for your dentist, opticians, professional therapy and much more!
• Holiday purchase scheme – purchase an additional week of leave per year
• Charity fundraising and team events
• One additional day of paid leave for charity/community work
• Discounts via our staff shops
• Employee values wards
• Referral bonus vouchers
• Training and development opportunities
• Bespoke training for new factory workers – get fully trained in food safety
• Free parking at all manufacturing sites/ offices or access to a company-paid parking permit local to the Fakenham site
• Excellent facilities, canteen etc
• Ongoing commitment to our ESG strategy – protecting our people, communities and planet
• Access to Grocery Aid charity support