Factory Hygiene Operative - Fixed Morning shift
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Position Overview & Specifications
United Petfood is an international family-owned business which has fed cats and dogs across the globe for nearly 30 years. We are a passionate and dedicated team focused on creating a healthy planet filled with healthy pets! We truly care about building encouraging, supportive, long-lasting partnerships, both inside and outside of our fast-growing company. By only working with the very best ingredients and most innovative technology available, we ensure a spot in which you can grow, bloom and make thousands of pets happy worldwide!
The Longridge site is currently in the midst of an ambitious expansion programme, with capital equipment investment and staff investment being at the heart. Our focus is on attracting in talent that can step up and ride the wave. So, if you are an experienced industrial cleaner who is dedicated to providing the highest standard of service, taking pride in the work you do then come join the team!
What do you get?
- Training rate of £11.25/hr, rising to £12.00 after passing probation
- Overtime available, paid at time and a third
- 40 hour week. Fixed morning shift (6:00am – 2:00pm)
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Company contributory pension scheme
- Free Life Assurance
- Paid lunch break
- Staff discount on products
- Free on-site parking
- Wellness programme and support
What will you do?
- Clean designated facility areas (sweep, dust, vacuum, mop, clean ceilings, walls, floors, etc.) and store cleaning materials and equipment correctly and safely, in line with COSHH requirements
- Carry out all cleaning tasks to an acceptable standard and in accordance with the Quality team’s work instructions, within required time limits
- Ensure all waste products produced during tasks are segregated and disposed of correctly, keeping waste areas clean and free of debris
- Safely operate the compactor, keeping the area clean at all times
- Undertake a deep clean of factory machinery, during periodic maintenance programmes
- Use chemical agents as directed by the Production Manager, in accordance with the manufacturer’s data sheet instructions
- Ensure attention to detail and attention to safety are adhered to at all times
What are we seeking?
- A collaborative team player, with a passion for delivering a high standard of work
- Must have previous experience of working in a factory/industrial cleaning role
- Qualifications in COSHH or Health & Safety
- A focus on safeguarding the quality, legality and safety of our product
Are you ready to come be Paw-some?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £11.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- How many years of industrial or factory cleaning experience do you have?
Experience:
- cleaning: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- COSHH Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Factory Hygiene Operative - Fixed Morning shift roles across United Petfood's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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