Industrial Cleaner

South West Recruitment; Poole; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national food manufacturer in Poole is seeking a Factory Hygiene Cleaner to ensure hygiene compliance in food production areas. The role offers competitive pay of £12.85 per hour with potential overtime. Key responsibilities include following food safety protocols, deep cleaning machinery, and maintaining hygiene records. Applicants should have a solid understanding of hygiene standards and be physically fit. Opportunities for progression and full paid training are provided. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

PPE provided

Full paid training

Paid breaks

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of hygiene and food safety standards is necessary.
• Ability to follow detailed cleaning instructions.
• Must be comfortable with industrial chemicals.
• Good physical fitness is required for manual tasks.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled cleaning in food production areas.
• Follow cleaning procedures in accordance with food safety standards.
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery for cleaning.
• Complete necessary cleaning records and documentation.
• Report hygiene or maintenance issues promptly.

Skills

Good understanding of hygiene and food safety standards

Ability to follow detailed cleaning instructions

Comfortable working with industrial chemicals

Good physical fitness

Reliable and punctual

Willingness to work in cold or wet environments

Conversational English

Education

Food hygiene or cleaning-related certification (Level 2 Food Safety COSHH)

Job description

Job Description

Factory Hygiene Cleaner required for a prominent national food manufacturer in Poole Dorset.

Immediate Start Available and this is a permanent opportunity.

Hours: Tuesday to Saturday

Tuesday to Thursday: 7am - 3pm

Friday: 7am - 12pm

Saturday: 6am - 4pm

Sunday and Monday: OFF

Salary: 12.85 per hour with occasional overtime at 19.28 per hour after 39 hours worked.

Position Overview

The Industrial Hygiene Cleaner is responsible for deep cleaning of machinery production areas and associated equipment within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring we meet strict hygiene and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled cleaning and deep cleaning of food production areas including machinery walls floors and surfaces.
• Follow cleaning schedules procedures and hygiene protocols in line with food safety standards (e.g. BRC HACCP).
• Use industrial cleaning chemicals and equipment (e.g. foaming systems pressure washers) safely and effectively.
• Dismantle clean and reassemble machinery as required.
• Accurately complete cleaning records and documentation.
• Work closely with production and technical teams to ensure hygiene compliance.
• Identify and report any hygiene or maintenance issues promptly.
• Adhere strictly to health & safety and food hygiene regulations at all times including the use of appropriate PPE.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Good understanding of hygiene and food safety standards.
• Ability to follow detailed cleaning instructions and procedures.
• Comfortable working with industrial chemicals and cleaning equipment.
• Good physical fitness and ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Reliable punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in cold or wet environments as part of the cleaning routine.

Desirable:

• Food hygiene or cleaning-related certification (e.g. Level 2 Food Safety COSHH).
• Previous experience in an industrial or food hygiene cleaning role.
• Experience in a BRC- or HACCP-accredited environment.
• Knowledge of cleaning validation processes.

Key Points

• Free onsite parking
• PPE provided
• Own Safety Shoes Required
• Full paid training given
• No Experience Required
• Paid breaks
• Permanent Position after 12 weeks and occasionally earlier depending on performance
• Lots of progression opportunities
• Conversational English Level required
• Pre settled status required for non UK workers
• Prominent Local Employer
• Easy access via public transport

If you are interested please submit an up to date CV and also feel free to give us a call and ask for Alan Anita or Nikola on

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1