Hygiene Operative - Days

Kepak is a global food company serving international retailers and food service household names with prime cuts of meat, on-trend food concepts and ready-for-market convenience foods. 

Kepak St. Merryn in Merthyr Tydfil has combined beef and lamb processing and packing facilities. We offer beef and lamb products ranging from retail ready cuts for butchers’ counters to branded packaged meat, all as part of our service; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

Our Merthyr site are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly Hygiene team. This is a full time, permanent position, working 6.30am to 7.00pm - 3 days on / 3 days on £12.90 per hour.

Responsible for ensuring the standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the production and office environments are achieved on a daily basis, ensuring safe use of industrial cleaning equipment at all times.

As part of Hygiene Team your daily tasks will include :

• Keeping the factory clean and tidy whilst meeting health and safety standards.
• Deep cleaning all machinery ready for production.
• Cleaning belts, hand cleaning, framework, walls, floor, ceilings, lights.
• Safe use of cleaning materials and chemicals, in line with training.
• You will be required to maintain the staff areas by keeping them hygienically clean and tidy - this will include disinfecting the toilet areas., washing the floors, locker rooms and corridors.

• Waste disposal, sweep floors/ wash floors and walls and adhere to PPE policies;
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out of specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate attention.
• Effective communication with Supervisor/Team Leaders.

• 22 days annual leave per year (after probation).

• Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.

• Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.

• Death in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.

• Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.

• Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.

• Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.

• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.

• Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.

• Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.

• Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.

• Training and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.

• Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.

• GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.

• Financial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.