The Role
Hygiene Operator – Thirsk | Permanent | Site-based
We are looking for a Hygiene Operative to join our manufacturing site in Thirsk, to maintain hygiene standards based on CICs, SOPs and company procedures, ensuring all requirements for food safety, quality, legality and customer are met.
On Offer
£13.29 per hour = £33,172 per annum, 48 hours per week (Monday to Thursday between 06:00 and 16:00, Friday 06:00‑14:00). Monthly pay last Friday of each month. Permanent.
Please note there is not public transport routes to our factory, therefore you will need your own transport!
Key Responsibilities of the Hygiene Operative
- Complete scheduled cleaning requirements to CICs standard.
- Maintain daily, weekly and periodic sign‑off records ensuring correct and accurate completion.
- Complete all hygiene operations in accordance with Health & Safety including COSHH, product safety, legality and quality requirements.
- Promote clean as you go and work to these standards daily.
- Always wear PPE correctly, including hairnet, safety shoes, overalls, chemical‑resistant gloves, safety glasses and other required PPE.
- Understand pest awareness and report any activity to the line manager.
- Take a proactive approach to hygiene requirements and strive to be multiskilled.
- Demonstrate knowledge of all cleaning equipment and materials and maintain them to a high standard.
- Ensure a safe working environment for all colleagues and that the department meets the minimum standards set out in the safety, health and environment policy.
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Previous experience in a similar or same role.
- Basic knowledge of Health & Safety.
- Ability to complete tasks thoroughly.
- Understanding of basic food safety.
Our Total Reward Benefits
- Overtime.
- Enhanced pension.
- Life assurance and enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay and holiday buy‑options.
- Healthcare cashback plan and Hertility at‑home fertility testing.
- Heavily discounted pet food and lifestyle benefits (Netflix, Spotify or breakdown cover).
- Retail and gym discounts, electric car scheme, and free onsite parking and charging.
- On‑site canteen, free hot drinks and modern facilities.
About us
INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is an innovative, well‑established and award‑winning pet food manufacturer employing over 1,200 colleagues across the UK and Europe. Our family of brands includes Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butcher’s, Classic, Pro‑Nutrition and Ultra Premium Direct, along with a number of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce a wide range of dry, wet and baked foods enjoyed by dogs and cats worldwide. Our ambition is simple: to become a global leader in pet nutrition.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
INSPIRED Pet Nutrition is committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the colleagues and communities we serve. We believe everyone should feel valued, respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We make hiring decisions based on talent, potential and the experience you bring.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring equitable access and opportunity for all. If you need any adjustments or support to take part in our recruitment process, please let us know by emailing recruitment@ipn.co.uk.
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