Hygiene Team Member
Pontefract (Home of Butterkist Popcorn)
On-site
Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Hygiene Team Member to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!
This is a hands-on role that supports the wider team by ensuring hygiene and cleanliness standards are consistently upheld in all areas of the facility.
Your responsibilities will include cleaning corridors, stairwells, locker rooms, offices, meeting rooms, kitchen and canteen spaces, and toilet facilities. You'll also be responsible for replenishing essential supplies like soap, paper towels, and toilet paper, as well as managing stock levels of cleaning materials. External areas and walkways also form part of the cleaning route.
This role is vital to the day-to-day running of the site and supports both health & safety and colleague wellbeing. If you take pride in your work, enjoy working independently, and have great attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s in it for you?
We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:
* Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.
* KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
* 25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme
* KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
What will you be doing?
* Operate floor scrubbers to ensure corridors, factory floor, and other site facilities are kept clean
* Clean toilet facilities and replenish stock as required
* Maintain handwashing stations, including cleaning and replenishing paper towels and soap
* Clean stairwells and walkways throughout the site
* Manage stock control and replenishment of cleaning materials
* Empty bins and dispose of rubbish appropriately
* Clean meeting rooms and office facilities
* Carry out cleaning of walls, vents, floors, and lockers within the locker rooms
* Maintain cleanliness in canteen and kitchen areas
* Uphold high standards of factory hygiene at all times
* Identify and support opportunities to improve cleaning processes with the wider team
* Collaborate with the production team to ensure a united, site-wide approach
Development and Support:
* Opportunity to learn new cleaning techniques, including chemical use and basic tool training
* Training available on recycle balers and waste compactors to support the team during holidays or sickness
What We Offer:
* A fantastic opportunity to join a respected company with room for development
* Be part of a small, dedicated hygiene team where your efforts are truly recognised
* A friendly, supportive team that feels like a close-knit family
* A highly approachable Manager who values input and is committed to promoting team members and high hygiene standards across the site
Who are we?
Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.
Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.
Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.
We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:
* Food Safety Level 2
* Health & Safety Level 2
* COSHH Level 2
* Manual Handling Level 2
* Knowledge of safe chemical handling (e.g. COSHH regulations)
* Understanding and use of correct manual handling techniques
* Fork Truck Counterbalance licence
Experience:
* Previous experience working in the food industry
* Experience in a similar cleaning role within a manufacturing environment
* Understanding of food hygiene standards
Personal Qualities:
* A strong team player who is hardworking and self-motivated
* Willing to contribute positively to a small, close-knit team
* Able to work independently, using their own initiative
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