Job Title: Hygiene Operative
Hourly Rate: £14.02 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (day shifts)
Location: Murton Lane, York, YO19 5UT
About Thompsons of York and the BATA Group:
We are a leading animal feed manufacturer dedicated to producing high quality, nutritious feed products for the agricultural industry. With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and innovation, we are looking for a reliable and hardworking Hygiene Operative to join our operations team.
Company benefits of being a Hygiene Operative:
- Company Pension
- Employee Discount
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- On-site parking
- Company Events
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Hygiene Operative to join our team at an animal feed mill based in Murton. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high hygiene and cleanliness standards across the site to ensure compliance with feed safety regulations and to support efficient production operations.
Key Responsibilities of a Hygiene Operative:
- Carry out scheduled cleaning of production areas, machinery, and equipment within the feed mill (40% of time cleaning trucks to ensure feed safety and 60% of time cleaning in the mill)
- Perform deep-cleaning tasks using industrial cleaning tools and chemicals in line with safety procedures.
- Ensure all work areas, including floors, walkways, and storage areas, are kept clean and free from contamination.
- Safely handle and dispose of waste materials in accordance with site procedures.
- Assist with hygiene checks and documentation to meet internal and external audit requirements.
- Follow all health and safety policies, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Support production teams when required while maintaining hygiene standards.
Requirements of a Hygiene Operative:
- Previous cleaning or hygiene experience in a manufacturing, food, or agricultural environment is desirable but not essential (full training provided).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail and strong work ethic.
- Willingness to work in a dusty industrial environment.
- Awareness of health and safety practices.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.02 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
