Hygiene Operative, Egg Innovation Centre

Stonegate; Lacock; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonegate Farmers Ltd is seeking a reliable Hygiene Operative to join our team in Lacock, Wiltshire. You will carry out daily cleaning and sanitisation of production machinery and areas, maintain GMP standards and follow COSHH rules to ensure food safety.

The role involves 4 on, 4 off shifts from 06:00 to 18:00, with regular pay and on-site facilities. Previous warehousing experience is essential, and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach is valued in a busy, high-care food environment.

Qualifications

• Has previous warehousing experience – essential.
• Experience in hygiene or cleaning roles is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in a high-care food environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong eye for detail and pride in high standards.
• Methodical and well organised in approach to work.
• Good level of spoken and written English.
• Works well as part of a team and follows processes carefully.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out daily cleaning and sanitisation of production machinery, equipment and factory areas.
• Ensuring cleaning is thorough and meets required standards.
• Maintaining high GMP standards.
• Following COSHH requirements and handling chemicals safely.
• Adhering to hygiene rules, procedures and standards.
• Working methodically to clean all required areas and equipment.
• Collaborating with team to maintain a clean, safe production environment.

Skills

Warehousing experience

Hygiene/Cleaning

High-care food env

Attention to detail

Organised

Team player

English proficiency

Job description

Role: Hygiene Operative

Salary: £13.06

Location: Lacock, Wiltshire

Working Hours: 06.00am - 18.00pm, 4on4off

About Stonegate Farmers Ltd

Stonegate Farmers Ltd is an integrated free range and organic egg business organised across three divisions comprising farming and agriculture, egg packing and cooked egg processing. Established in 1926 and under new ownership since 2016, we have grown into one the largest free-range and organic egg producers within the UK.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Hygiene Operative to join our team. This is an important role within our operation, helping to ensure that our production areas and machinery are thoroughly cleaned and sanitised and that the required hygiene and food safety standards are maintained.

As a Hygiene Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out daily cleaning and sanitisation of production machinery, equipment and factory areas.
• Ensuring cleaning is completed thoroughly and to the required standards.
• Maintaining high standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Following COSHH requirements and ensuring chemicals are handled and used safely at all times.
• Adhering to company hygiene rules, procedures and standards.
• Working methodically to ensure all required areas and equipment are cleaned effectively.
• Working closely with colleagues as part of the wider team to maintain a clean, safe and efficient production environment.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous warehousing experience – essential.
• Has previous experience within a hygiene or cleaning role – highly advantageous, but not essential.
• Has experience working within a high-care food environment – advantageous, but not essential.
• Has a strong eye for detail and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Is methodical and well organised in their approach to work.
• Has a good level of spoken and written English.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Can remain organised and effective when working under pressure.
• Is reliable and able to follow processes and procedures carefully.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Regular shifts and weekly pay
• Ongoing training and development
• Free eggs every week
• Subsidised staff transport from select locations
• On-site parking and cycle-to-work scheme
• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome