Hygiene Operative

Day Hygiene Operative Hourly Rate: £13.51 per hour We are currently recruiting for a Day Hygiene Operative to join an established team within a busy food manufacturing environment. This vacancy has become available as…

Job type Temporary
Posted 26 August 2026

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Day Hygiene Operative

Hourly Rate: £13.51 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a Day Hygiene Operative to join an established team within a busy food manufacturing environment. This vacancy has become available as the current Hygiene Operative moves into a fixed-term Production Operative role.

The role operates on a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, working 12-hour day shifts from 06:00 to 18:00.

You will join a team of four Hygiene Operatives and will never be required to work alone. The team operates on a staggered shift pattern, ensuring that there are always two team members on shift each day and providing seven-day coverage across the site.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out daily hygiene and janitorial duties throughout the factory.
Clean factory fabric, including walls, ceilings and floors, using a range of cleaning equipment such as brushes, squeegees and floor scrubbers.
Clean and maintain factory sinks, bins, hygiene utensil shadow boards and associated equipment.
Clean and maintain equipment including boot washers, bin washers and tray washers.
Carry out periodic deep-cleaning activities within designated areas.
Support audit preparation through targeted cleaning activities.
Accurately complete cleaning records and relevant paperwork, providing clear evidence of task completion and hygiene performance.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety at all times.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience working in an industrial or factory-cleaning environment.
Experience with chemical handling and usage is beneficial, but not essential, as full training will be provided.
The ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team.
A good understanding of English, with the ability to follow instructions and complete task sheets accurately.
High personal hygiene standards and a professional approach to your work.
As this is a food manufacturing site that regularly welcomes visitors and VIPs, maintaining a consistently high standard of personal hygiene, cleanliness and professionalism is essential.

What We Offer

£13.51 per hour
4-on, 4-off shift pattern
06:00–18:00 day shifts
Full training provided
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to join an established hygiene team
If you are reliable, hardworking and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, we would love to hear from you

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