Hygiene Operative

KP Snacks; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Hygiene Operative to maintain high hygiene standards in the production environment. The role involves leading hygiene routines, ensuring compliance, and supporting production colleagues in cleanliness and food safety. Ideal candidates will possess attention to detail and practical cleaning skills, though relevant experience is not essential. The company offers comprehensive healthcare support, a pension plan with contribution matching, and an annual bonus scheme. A positive and flexible attitude is preferred.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Comprehensive healthcare support

KP Pension Plan

25 days holiday plus the option to buy more

Online platform for benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Strong eye for detail, capable of spotting issues others might miss.
• Practical skills are needed for cleaning and hygiene tasks, with a willingness to learn.
• Relevant experience in food production or hygiene is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead hygiene routines across production equipment and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards while cleaning.
• Collaborate with production colleagues to maintain hygiene.

Skills

Attention to detail

Practical cleaning skills

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

About the role

We're looking for a Hygiene Operative to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move.

You'll play a key role in keeping our crisp‑making environment clean, safe and food‑safe. From cleaning production lines and equipment to maintaining external areas and facilities, you'll help us meet high hygiene standards every day. You'll follow clear work instructions and safe working procedures, completing hygiene records and reporting any issues. You'll also support colleagues in Production with hygiene routines, making sure everything is done to spec and on time.

What will you be doing?

• Lead hygiene routines across production equipment, machinery and facilities
• Tackle hygiene challenges with care and attention to detail
• Collaborate with colleagues across Production and Hygiene
• Make a real impact on food safety and compliance
• Learn and grow through hands‑on experience and training

What do we offer?

• Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement
• Comprehensive healthcare support – including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care
• KP Pension Plan – contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more
• KP4ME – our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more

Who are we?

We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love – from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close‑knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together.

We're committed to inclusion

We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you – your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know.

What we would love to hear from you if you can bring…

• Strong eye for detail – you spot what others might miss
• Practical skills in cleaning and hygiene – and a willingness to learn
• Relevant experience in a food production or hygiene role – but not essential
• Bonus points for flexibility and a positive, can‑do attitude