Skilled Factory Operatives

Skilled Factory Operatives (Multiple roles available)

Humdinger, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25

We have multiple permanent job opportunities for hard-working individuals to join our chocolate and snacking factory in skilled roles across our processing and packing areas.

• Operate machinery such as Bagging, Bulking, Foiling, and Netting.
• Monitor asset performance and promptly address any corrective actions needed.
• Ensure products are packed.
• Follow recipes with precision.
• Perform manual handling tasks.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly hygiene tasks.
• Conduct all necessary Critical Control Point (CCP) checks.
• Safely handle all raw materials.
• Maintain the quality and integrity of products throughout the entire production process.
• Adhere strictly to the production plan to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Support Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives within the work area.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Supervising a small team of packing operatives.

Receive training in Level 2 Food Safety, Allergen Awareness, and various other certifications in your first few weeks.

We're in search of committed team players. While prior experience in a food or similar factory environment is beneficial, we encourage discussions with all candidates eager to be part of the Humdinger team.

Essential

• Machinery experience
• Good level of English and Maths demonstrated.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification 
• Level 2 Health and Safety qualification 
• Food industry experience

• 224 hours of annual leave.
• Paid Breaks
• Overtime may be available at Time and a half (150%) but is not guaranteed
• Pension (4% Employer Contributions) 
• Life Assurance Scheme at x4 basic salary.  
• Health Care Cash Plan via Paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling cover), along with access to Paycare Perks for exclusive high street and retailer discounts.  
• Holiday Purchase Salary Sacrifice Scheme – buy up to one extra week per year (subject to meeting minimum criteria) 
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to meeting minimum criteria) 
• Family friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave above the statutory minimum
• Access to staff shops with exclusive discounts
• Monthly employee recognition scheme via the ‘Zertus Values Awards’
• Recruitment Refer a Friend rewards
• Training and Development Opportunities (Leadership courses, External qualifications, Professional memberships)