Job Description
Hygiene Operative- / Machine Minder sought to join the night shift of an award-winning, -multimillion turnover food manufacturing company based in Bilston. They are a privately owned company who supply numerous sectors including foodservice, retail, wholesale and catering, both in the UK and abroad.
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Night shift: 5:30pm to 6:00am Monday to Friday. 4-on 4-off rotating shift.
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The Role:
In this dual role, as Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder you will be responsible for both the technical strip-down of production machinery and the deep cleaning of our meat processing equipment and facility. Your day-to-day duties will include:
Your Experience as Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder:
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Benefits:
Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder
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Bilston, West Midlands
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-13.81 per hour + benefits
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Night shift: 5:30pm to 6:00am Monday to Friday. 4-on 4-off rotating shift.
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The Role:
In this dual role, as Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder you will be responsible for both the technical strip-down of production machinery and the deep cleaning of our meat processing equipment and facility. Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Safely remove and refit machine guards, covers, and conveyor belts to allow access for deep cleaning.
- Correctly reassemble all components post-clean to ensure they are production ready.
- Clean and sanitize the meat processing factory, including production lines, walls, floors, and ancillary areas.
- Safely operate high-pressure jet washes and foam cleaning equipment. Dilute and apply industrial cleaning chemicals in strict accordance with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) guidelines.
- Conduct basic mechanical checks during reassembly to ensure belts are correctly tensioned and aligned. Report any wear, tear, or mechanical faults to the engineering team.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and Quality Assurance (QA) standards. Ensure zero risk of cross-contamination.
- Follow all Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures before touching or dismantling any machinery. Wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
Your Experience as Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder:
- Proven experience or comfort using basic hand tools to remove and refit mechanical components (covers, guards, and conveyor belts).
- Previous experience working as a Hygiene Operative or Industrial Cleaner, ideally within a food manufacturing, meat processing, or FMCG environment.
- Understanding of chemical handling (COSHH) and safe operation of high-pressure jet washers.
- Ability to handle physical work, including lifting components, working in cold factory environments, and standing for long periods.
- A strong eye for cleanliness and a commitment to food safety standards.
- Good English communication skills to understand safety instructions and report mechanical issues.
- Previous experience working within a food processing facility (ideally poultry or meat processing).
- Proven TIG on stainless steel to a high cosmetic and hygienic finish; back-purging.
- Flexible approach: Willingness to overtime and to cover colleagues as and when required.
- Food Safety Level 2 is desirable
- COSHH qualification is desirable
- Takes pride in the finish of their work and does not cut corners on hygiene.
- Self-motivated, able to plan own work and work alone or as part of a team.
- Clear communicator with production, hygiene, QA and contractors.
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Benefits:
- -13.81 per hour
- 28 days holiday
- Night shift: 4-on, 4-off rotating shifts 5:30pm to 6:00am
- Rewards scheme-
- Employee discount-
- Onsite parking-
- Safe working environment-
- Employee progression opportunities-
- Referral programme-
- Company pension-
- Discounted or free food
Hygiene Operative / Machine Minder
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Bilston, West Midlands
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-13.81 per hour + benefits