Job Description

POSITION: Hygiene Operative

REPORTING TO: Hygiene Manager

Working 40 hours per week, on a two shift rota of Days and Afternoons.

Purpose of the Job

Reporting directly to the Hygiene Manager with a dotted line to the Shift Manager outside of standard hours, the role of a Hygiene Operative is a key role within the production and compliance departments. Ensuring that all areas are cleaned to internal and regulated standards, and this standard is maintained across all shifts. Operating a clean as we go system, ensuring that we are audit ready at any time. Reporting and escalating any issues and failings within the internal escalation procedure.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Carrying out daily and weekly hygiene tasks according to the cleaning schedule. Handle chemicals safely using COSHH standards. Record all activities on hygiene cleaning schedule. Comply with existing Cleaning Instruction Cards (CIC's) and SOPs. Work closely with the manufacturing teams to identify key machinery and equipment that is in use and will need to be added to the cleaning rota for that day. Utilise cleaning equipment in accordance with operating instructions and safe working methods.

Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Previous experience in a similar role. Excellent numeracy and literacy skills. Professional awareness and approach towards health and safety / food safety Food Safety Level 2 in Manufacturing HACCP Level 2 Excellent communication skills with stakeholders at all levels both verbal and written. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Self-motivator and a team player. With the ability to work on own initiative. COSHH certified.

Competencies

High level of attention to detail. Ability to follow set schedules and work to deadlines. Create, maintain and enhance positive and open working relationships. Open and analytical approach to problem solving. Ability to work on own initiative. Excellent communication skills with personnel at all levels, both internal and external stakeholders.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person