Overview
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Machine Operatives - Across chocolate processing and packing at Humdinger Ltd, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25. Starting rate Grade 2 £14.43 per hour (£30,014 annually), with the potential of overtime at 150% and progressing to Grade 3 at £15.39 per hour.
Shift pattern
12-hour rotating shifts (days 6am-6pm & nights 6pm-6am) with NO Friday night, Saturday day, Saturday night or Sunday day shift working.
* Week 1 3 day shifts, followed by 2 days off
* Week 2 3 night shifts, followed by 5 days off
* Week 3 2 day shifts + 2 night shifts, followed by 5 days off, then repeat
Responsibilities
* Operate processing and/or packing 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 and ensure compliance with customer specifications and safe working practices.
* Proven experience operating manufacturing equipment and working to site-based performance targets.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to support and guide others in best practice manufacturing.
* Flexible team player who can work under pressure and adapt to different areas of the business.
* Reliable and safety-conscious, with a commitment to quality and good manufacturing practice.
* We will train you to Level 2 Food Safety and Allergen Awareness, food manufacturing experience would be desirable.
* Earning potential of up to £15.39 per hour with further training as a higher skilled operative.
* Paid breaks and overtime rates at minimum of time and a half of basic rate.
* Substantial time off in between shifts i.e. five days off twice within every three weeks, giving you a better work-life balance on our unique shift pattern.
* Pension - 4% employer plus Life Assurance at 4 times salary.
* Paycare Health Care Cash Plan - annual allowance for your dental, optical, chiropractic, counselling and much more.
* Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and electric car schemes. (subject to criteria)
Site information
Our Sherburn-in-Elmet site, part of the Humdinger snacking group, makes a diverse range of high-quality chocolate products for major UK retailers and market leading brands. The site employs over 150 team members and produces around 1 million packets of chocolate treats a week. We use modern machinery and traditional techniques, with a collaborative team environment and ongoing wellbeing activities and awards. You will have opportunities to grow your skills from day one and enhance your earning potential.
Application process
Please apply on the Humdinger career portal. If selected, you will be invited to attend an interview, which will include a site tour. Please note jewellery, false nails, piercings, nail varnish are NOT permitted during the factory tour.
EEO statement
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview and/or tour by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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