Production Operator (12 month temp contract)

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

Yara Pocklington is part of the global company Yara International ASA and are a leader in the product development, manufacture and marketing of speciality nutrients & biostimulant products for use in regenerative agriculture worldwide. Founded in 1905, we have been present in Pocklington since 1967 and have a global presence with more than 16,000 employees and sales in almost 160 countries.

We are looking to recruit a number of Production Operators (on 12 month fixed term contracts) , who MUST be able to prioritise Safety & Quality in the workplace and ideally have a FLT licence, however training would be provided.

The starting salary is £26,742 (£12.86 per hour, plus 15% when on shifts). These roles will be based at our Pocklington Global Plant, at the end of which if there are to be any permanent opportunities they would be at the new plant in Howden.

We will have an open day on Friday 13th June, starting at 2.00pm on site for a tour & talk - please apply online to get a confirmed invite.

Responsibilities

The factory has a range of process plant and equipment, liquid and powder filling lines that involves operating mechanical handling equipment such as counter balance fork lift trucks.

The role will have the expectation of cross training within different areas on site and report to the Process Manager. You would be working on a rotating shift pattern or standard days basis as required.

Profile

To work in full compliance with all Company and local procedures related to chemical, process and occupational safety
The operation of production plant and equipment, including: semi-automatic bottle filling lines, powder tipping stations or bag and sack filling machinery
Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the work area
Required to operate mechanical handling equipment (MHE) - subject to qualification/training - namely counterbalance fork lift trucks and pedestrian pallet trucks (both powered & manual).
Good level of safety awareness
Able to work rotating shift patterns as and when required
Ideal candidates will already have a FLT licence, however training would be provided for any successful candidate that needs one.

Additional Information

In addition to a great place to work, Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:

Yara offer an attractive rewards package including:

Starting £26,742 Salary (£12.86 per hour)
£Shift Premium (15% when on shifts)
25 days holiday (plus option to buy 5 more)
Vitality Private Health
10% employer Pension Contributions
Annual bonus scheme
Life Assurance
Wide range of personal development opportunities
Inclusion & Wellbeing Activities (including football, badminton, tennis, running and walking)

We will have an open day on Friday 13th June, starting at 2.00pm on site for a tour & talk - please apply online to get a confirmed invite.

More details on the YaraVita product we make on site are available on our website.

Contact details

Paul McCartan (paul.mccartan@yara.com)

HR Manager

Apply no later than

20th June 2025

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.