Hygiene Operative

Location: pladis Carlisle Hours: Friday 06:00 - 14:00. Saturday 06:00 - 18:00. Sunday 06:00 - 18:00. Monday 06:00 - 14:00. Reports to: Hygiene Supervisor / Hygiene Shift Manager Role Purpose To deliver high standards of industrial cleaning and hygiene across the Pladis Carlisle site, ensuring all areas and equipment are cleaned in line with food safety standards, site procedures, and audit requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and ad hoc cleaning of production areas, machinery, and associated equipment
• Follow site cleaning schedules, SOPs, and risk assessments at all times
• Safely prepare, handle, and use cleaning chemicals in line with COSHH assessments
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment for cleaning where required
• Ensure all cleaning activities meet food safety, allergen control, and audit standards (e.g. BRC)
• Complete all required documentation accurately (cleaning records, sign-offs, etc.)
• Identify and report hygiene, safety, or equipment issues to supervision promptly
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in all areas of responsibility
• Wear and correctly use all required PPE
Health & Safety Responsibilities
• Work in line with all Health & Safety procedures, including COSHH and PPE requirements
• Report hazards, near misses, and incidents immediately
• Ensure safe use of cleaning equipment (e.g. pressure washers, foaming units)
• Follow lock-off procedures where required
• Support a safe working environment for yourself and others
Food Safety & Compliance
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Understand and follow allergen control procedures
• Ensure no cross-contamination occurs during cleaning activities
• Support site audit readiness and compliance with internal and external standards
Skills & Experience Essential:
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable:
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or hygiene role
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and COSHH
• Understanding of food safety standards (e.g. BRC)
Key Behaviours
• Takes pride in maintaining high hygiene standards
• Proactive in identifying and resolving issues
• Strong team player with good communication
• Committed to safety and compliance
  
  Essential:
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable:
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or hygiene role
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and COSHH
• Understanding of food safety standards (e.g. BRC)
Key Behaviours
• Takes pride in maintaining high hygiene standards
• Proactive in identifying and resolving issues
• Strong team player with good communication
• Committed to safety and compliance