Hygiene Operator

Richardson International is seeking a Hygiene Operator for the EDME site at Mistley. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of hygiene, housekeeping, and compliance with food safety, health & safety, and BRC standards.

Key Responsibilities

• GMP and Site Hygiene
  Carry out cleaning duties in production, warehouse, and external yard areas in line with site cleaning schedules.
  Maintain excellent housekeeping and hygiene standards throughout the site.
  Ensure cleaning tasks are completed safely, effectively, and in accordance with company procedures and targets.
  Use approved cleaning chemicals and equipment correctly and safely.
• Pest control
  Support the monitoring and reporting of pest and insect activity across the site.
  Assist with investigations and corrective actions where required.
  Help maintain pest control standards in line with company procedures.
• Food Safety
  Follow all company food safety policies and procedures at all times.
  Support compliance with relevant food safety legislation and BRC standards.
  Help achieve company food safety objectives and maintain a culture of food safety awareness.
• Health and Safety
  Work in accordance with all company health & safety procedures and policies.
  Support compliance with relevant health & safety legislation.
  Report hazards, accidents, near misses, or unsafe practices promptly.
  Contribute to maintaining a safe working environment for all employees and visitors.

Skills & Experience

• Previous hygiene or cleaning experience within a food manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of hygiene and housekeeping standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.

Benefits

• 33 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays (22 days for shift workers).
• Pension Scheme.
• Death in service benefit.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Shared parental leave.
• Company sick pay.
• Volunteer day off per year.
• Long service awards.
• Access to comprehensive Employee Assistance programme.
• Access to a number of Mental Health First Aiders.
• Learning & Development opportunities.