Warehouse Supervisor

Zertus UK & Ireland; Sherburn in Elmet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading confectionery manufacturer in Sherburn in Elmet seeks a Warehouse Supervisor. This role involves supervising operations to ensure material movements are timely, reporting safety compliance, and ensuring food safety standards are adhered to. Candidates should have previous warehouse supervisory experience and relevant FLT licences. The role offers various benefits, including a healthcare cash plan and pension schemes. The working hours follow a rotating shift pattern. Application is via the careers portal with an inclusive interview process.

Benefits

4% employer and 5% employee pension plan

Healthcare cash plan exceeding £400 annually

Salary sacrifice schemes like cycle to work

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse operations to ensure timely material movements.
• Report hazard spots and ensure compliance with HSE responsibilities.
• Manage material handling equipment and report any faults.
• Accurately book in goods upon receipt and maintain records.
• Perform daily aisle checks and monthly stock counts.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, GMP, and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate on audits and drive improvement projects.

Skills

Warehouse supervisory experience

FLT Licences (Reach, Counterbalance & Flexi)

Ability to prioritise workload

Encouragement of teamwork

High attention to detail

Working well under pressure

FMCG experience

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Area Shift Manager and supervise the Warehouse Operative and warehouse operations to ensure that all material movements are on time and in full both in and out of the Warehouse.
• Report hazard spots and near misses to support compliance with HSE responsibilities.
• Ensure material handling equipment is charged and operational; report faults immediately. Load/unload vehicles promptly according to daily/weekly plans.
• Book goods in accurately upon receipt, maintain records, and investigate/report discrepancies.
• Perform daily aisle checks, monthly stock counts, and ensure all orders are picked accurately.
• Adhere to food safety, GMP, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with technical team on audits, address corrective actions promptly, and drive improvement projects aligned with site KPIs.

Qualifications

• Previous Warehouse supervisory experience
• FLT Licences in Reach, Counterbalance & Flexi
• Be able to prioritise workload effectively
• Able to encourage good teamwork within shifts and the whole site
• High attention to detail
• Work well under pressure and to deadlines
• FMCG experience

Benefits

• 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
• 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.

Please apply online via our careers portal: create your account, upload your CV, and answer all requested questions. You will then be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team and, if progressed, enter a one‑stage interview process at our Sherburn in Elmet site, including a factory tour and the opportunity to meet the team. 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 by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.

Working Hours

+ 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