Job Description

We are looking for flexible, proactive and confident Hygiene Operative who is looking to secure a career in food manufacturing.

Working for a global specialty cheese business with innovation at its heart, our company brings together Norwegian and British expertise in cheese production and manufacturing. Our "house of brands" includes a variety of increasingly popular cheeses. Taking center stage from Norway is Jarlsberg, admired by leading chefs worldwide, whilst brands from the UK include the ever-popular Applewood Cheese, Mexicana and Ilchester

We offer an comprehensive benefits package that includes: Time and a half Overtime, free health care cash plan, free retailer discount portal, free parking, company pension, life insurance, free teas and coffees.

The hourly rate is 12.60 plus 25% Night Shift Premium between 10pm and 6am.

Summary and purpose of Role:

To participate in the high standard of hygiene as is required for a food producing factory and carry out the hygiene tasks assigned to you To develop competence in all areas of basic skills described below
Entry Level hygiene operatives will effectively carry out a cleaning process for the following areas and pieces of equipment:

Wash stations and changing rooms Offices W/Cs Canteen All low risk and High care areas and equipment across both sites Carrying out Laundry procedures Removing waste to the compactors and operating the compactors Supporting production lines washout Replenishing overalls, toilets paper, soap, sanitiser, etc.
Interpersonal skills:

Clear communication skills Positive Team work skills Self-Motivated Prepared to develop skills through the company's training programme as required
Outputs and Deliverables:

Ensure quality standards are achieved at all times and ensure appropriate action is taken when necessary Adhere to all the company's policies procedures and plans. Thorough knowledge of the department and its interaction with related departments Ensure the Health and Safety of yourself and others Work to achieve Good Manufacturing Practice at all time Be proactive in achieving training requirements Contribute toward the effective cleaning of all machinery in your working environment Comply with any reasonable requests that you have been trained to do.
Training/Skills development:

Upon employment, Entry Level operatives should successfully complete training in the following areas:

Quality Assurance skills

Foreign Body training HACCP Food Safety for manufacturing level 2 Holchem essential cic system Allergen training
Health & Safety Skills

Manual handling training COSHH training Emergency procedures training
Background & profile:

Present yourself and a professional and courteous manner at all times Achieve required pass mark in English language aptitude test Willing to work overtime including weekends when required Ensure you meet the standards of personal hygiene required by the business at all times
Working Pattern:

6pm-6am - Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Requirements:

Previous hygiene experience within manufacturing required Previous experience within food manufacturing desired
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

12 hour shift
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay Store discount
Application question(s):

Do you have Foreign Body training? Do you have foreign body training/HACCP/food safety for manufacturing certificate?
Experience:

cleaning: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person