Humdinger
Machine Operative
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Machine Operative
Machine Operative – Full-time, Permanent (Heckington, NG34 9JH)
About the Role
Humdinger, based in Heckington, is searching for skilled, hardworking Machine Operatives to join their vibrant team. Based on an innovative rotational shift pattern, this full-time, permanent role offers 12-hour shifts (0600–1800) covering Monday–Saturday.
Shift Pattern
- 3 on, 4 off (Monday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday rotations)
- Total hours per week: 36
- Pay rate: £14.69 per hour
- Breaks: 3 x 20 minutes (paid)
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain industrial roasting/frying machines (and similar equipment) to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate factory production.
- Conduct process control checks on machinery, and complete current and compliance paperwork accurately.
- Report breakdowns and anomalies to the Engineering team, coordinating repairs.
- Collaborate with quality teams and supervisors, flagging potential issues.
- Ensure factory safety, legal standards, and high production quality.
- Manual handling required, including lifting ingredients up to 25kg.
Person Specification & Requirements
✅ Essential
- Experience in an FMCG/free-from food manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with operating industrial machinery.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written).
- Some technical understanding of machinery (mechanical aptitude).
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✅ Desirable
- Prior experience as a Production Operative, Line Leader, Machine Operative, or General Operative.
- Food Safety Level 2 certification (training provided by Humdinger).
Skills & Compétencies
- Practical hands-on expertise with high-volume food production machinery.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities within a deadline-driven teams.
- Commitment to quality assurance and process compliance.
Benefits
📌 Work-life balance
- 20 days annual leave (pro-rated due to shift pattern).
💰 Financial security & growth
- 4% employer pension contribution + 5% employee pension plan.
- Life assurance scheme (up to four times basic salary).
- Salary sacrifice schemes:
- Further pension payments.
- Cycle-to-work schemes.
- Electric car charging facilities.
🏥 Well-being support
- Access to PayCare healthcare cash plan:
- Annual value over £400 (covers Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling).
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About Humdinger
At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into award-winning snacks and chocolates—whether under our in-house brand or for our feared global partners. With continuous innovation and unwavering quality ethos, our products often grace store shelves unrecognised but delicious.
Application Process
Applications close: Friday 3rd July 2026.
➡ How to Apply:
- Visit our careers portal.
- Create an account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions.
- Our Talent Acquisition team will review and reach out.
Candidate Interview candidates will undergo:
- A single interview stage at our Heckington site.
- Includes a factory tour + the chance to meet the team face-to-face.
Diversity & Inclusion
Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer, striving to create an inclusive environment. Reasonable adjustments can be made for interviews—please contact our Talent Acquisition team to discuss your needs during application.
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