Cleaning Plant Operative

Staffright Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global FMCG manufacturer is seeking an experienced Cleaning Plant Operative (Miller) in Harlow. You will be responsible for operating and monitoring cleaning and milling machinery, maintaining product quality, and performing routine maintenance checks. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 FTE, 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, and opportunities for career development. Ideal candidates should have experience in milling or cleaning plants and a basic understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Inclusive, supportive workplace culture

Employee benefits including pension and product discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in milling or cleaning plant (FMCG preferred).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene (HACCP desirable).

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cleaning and milling machinery.
• Maintain product quality and production throughput.
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Experience in milling or cleaning plant

Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene (HACCP desirable)

Forklift or material handling experience

Familiarity with automated control systems

Job description

Cleaning Plant Operative (Miller)

Location: Harlow

Pay: Competitive salary of £40,000 (FTE)

Hours: 41.25 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Two-weekly rotating shift cycle

Shift Times: 06:00 - 14:15, 14:00 - 22:15 (Weekend coverage may be required)

Staffright are recruiting for our client based in Harlow, a well-established and growing global FMCG manufacturer, for an experienced and motivated Cleaning Plant Operative (Miller) to support high-speed production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cleaning and milling machinery
• Maintain product quality and production throughput
• Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on equipment
• Keep work area clean and follow hygiene standards
• Adhere to safety protocols and complete production/maintenance records

Requirements

• Experience in milling or cleaning plant (FMCG preferred)
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene (HACCP desirable)
• Forklift or material handling experience (desirable)
• Familiarity with automated control systems (desirable)

What they can Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000 FTE
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Career development and training opportunities
• Inclusive, supportive workplace culture
• Employee benefits including pension, product discounts, and wellness initiatives

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