Hygiene Operative Evenings

What are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit energetic and passionate people to support the production team by receiving product into the factory; experience is not necessary as all training will be provided!

As a Hygiene Operative you will maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness across the manufacturing site, ensuring equipment, production areas, and facilities are cleaned safely, effectively, and in line with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The role supports the safe production of products and contributes to a clean, organised, and compliant workplace.

Key Accountabilities of the role:

• Follow all site Health and Safety policy and procedures, including PPE, chemical handling, equipment lock‑off/tag‑out, and safe systems of work. Report and hazards, incidents or injuries to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Use machinery such as scrubber‑dryers, vacuums, pressure washers, or steam cleaners where required.
• Immediately escalate any unsafe practices or near‑miss incidents.
• Carry out scheduled and ad‑hoc cleaning of production lines, equipment, floors, walls, and workspaces.
• Perform deep cleans during shutdowns or changeovers using appropriate tools, chemicals, and methods.
• Ensure all cleaning tasks follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Safely dismantle equipment (where authorised) to allow thorough cleaning.
• Use cleaning chemicals responsibly and in accordance with COSHH requirements.
• Maintain hygiene standards to meet internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory requirements (e.g., BRCGS, ISO, HSE guidelines).
• Complete hygiene checklists and cleaning records accurately and on time.
• Report hazards, defects, or pest activity promptly.
• Work collaboratively with production, engineering, and quality teams during shift handovers and line changeovers.
• Communicate issues that impact cleanliness, food/product safety, or equipment performance.
• Support and contribute to business social and environmental responsibilities.

About You:

• Experience in cleaning, hygiene, or housekeeping in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of safe chemical use and COSHH principles.
• Ability to follow written instructions, SOPs, and hygiene schedules.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or heavy‑industry hygiene.
• Familiarity with audit standards.
• Previous training in manual handling, chemical safety, or equipment lock‑off.

What can we offer you?

• Overtime undertaken is payable at 1.25 of basic rate
• Free hot drinks on shift
• Service Awards
• Enhanced paternity and maternity
• Free life insurance
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
• Discounted eggs and chicken
• A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
• Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Discounted mobile phone contracts
• Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
• Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aiders
• Wellness programme
• Employee Charity Matching Scheme

If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment.