Warehouse Operative

Humdinger; Sherburn in Elmet; On-site; GBP 41,328,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Job summary

Humdinger Ltd, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25, is seeking a hands-on warehouse colleague to keep materials and finished goods moving safely and efficiently on our busy confectionery site. You’ll work a 4 on 4 off shift from 6am to 6pm, at £15.44 per hour, with a closing date of 28 August 2026.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, stock control, order picking, and supporting production. We value accuracy, good communication and a proactive, team‑oriented approach, with essential Flexi Truck

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• A proactive, team-focused approach.
• Flexi Truck Licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Receive, book-in and move stock accurately within the warehouse.
• Support production by delivering materials and products on time.
• Pick and prepare orders accurately.
• Carry out stock checks and support inventory accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Report stock discrepancies, hazards and equipment faults.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and GMP standards.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Good communication

Basic IT skills

Team-focused

Flexi Truck Licence

Education

Food Safety Level 2

HACCP Awareness

Health & Safety Level 2

Job description

Humdinger Ltd, Sherburn in Elmet, LS25

Are you looking for a hands‑on warehouse role where you can make a real impact every day? Join Humdinger's operations team and help ensure materials and finished products move safely, accurately and efficiently across our busy manufacturing site.

Shift pattern 4 on 4 off, Monday - Sunday, 6am - 6pm

Pay rate £15.44 per hour

Closing date 28/08/2026

• Load and unload vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Receive, book-in and move stock accurately within the warehouse.
• Support production by delivering materials and products on time.
• Pick and prepare orders accurately.
• Carry out stock checks and support inventory accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.
• Report stock discrepancies, hazards and equipment faults.
• Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and GMP standards.

We're keen to hear from you if you have

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic IT skills.
• A proactive, team-focused approach.
• Flexi Truck Licence licence & experience is essential

Desirable Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 2
• HACCP Awareness
• Health & Safety Level 2
• 236 hours annual leave.
• 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
• Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
• Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year

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, the site supports a diverse customer base across retail, third-party, and B2B channels. The site offers a dynamic environment where technical leadership plays a pivotal role in driving quality, compliance, and innovation.

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.