Kepak Group
Hygiene Operative (Night shift)
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About Kepak Foods Division
Kepak Foods Division have developed a portfolio of brands that are successful in the chilled convenience, ambient and frozen meat categories in the UK, Ireland and chosen European markets for both Retail and Foodservice Customers. We have 5 Manufacturing Sites supported by shared services, with 1000 people supporting our vision to become a transformed, future proofed, profitable €0.5bn Food Business by 2030.
We are currently recruiting for a Hygiene Operative(Nights) to join our New World Foods site (part of Kepak Group) in York.
Job Purpose/Primary Objective
The Hygiene Operative is responsible for maintaining the highest hygiene and cleanliness standards across all production areas. The role ensures that equipment, machinery and the working environment are effectively cleaned, sanitised and prepared to enable safe, compliant food production. The Hygiene Operative plays a critical role in protecting food safety, product quality and site compliance
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Reporting Relationship
Reporting to the Hygiene Manager
Shifts
Permanent Night Shift (10pm - 6am)
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:
- Maintain high hygiene standards across production areas
- Clean production equipment and machinery
- Dismantle and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning
- Complete scheduled cleaning and sanitation tasks
- Carry out deep cleaning activities
- Follow hygiene, GMP and food safety procedures
- Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely
- Wear and comply with PPE requirements
- Conduct quality checks to ensure cleaning standards are met
- Maintain clean, organised and safe work areas
- Report hygiene, safety or maintenance issues promptly
- Support continuous improvement of hygiene standard
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Requirements
- Experience in a food manufacturing or similar hygiene-critical environment
- Basic understanding of Food Safety, COSHH and Health & Safety requirements
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards
- Ability to follow instructions, procedures and hygiene schedules accurately
- Able to carry out cleaning tasks, including manual dismantling and use of cleaning equipment
- Willingness to learn, develop and take feedback positively
- Good communication skills and ability to escalate issues appropriately
Benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- Further Education support
- Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income - meaning you pay less tax!
- Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
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