Night Hygiene Operative

Sofina Foods Europe; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food company in Kilkenny is seeking a detail-oriented Hygiene Operative for the night shift. This role involves deep cleaning production areas, adhering to safety standards, and ensuring a high-quality production environment. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness. The job offers competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for career progression in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

On-site parking

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Focus on safety, quality, and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Deep clean production areas using specialist equipment.
• Follow SOPs and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good command of English

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Summary

Play a Key Role in Maintaining a Safe, Compliant, and High-Quality Production Environment

The Role

Sofina Foods is looking for a detail-oriented and committed Hygiene Operative to join our team on the night shift. You’ll be responsible for ensuring our production environment and equipment meet the highest standards of cleanliness – a vital role in supporting food safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Working behind the scenes, your contribution will help ensure our factory is always audit-ready and production can run smoothly, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

Monday - Friday 9:30pm - 6:00am

Pay: €14.95 per hour

Your Key Responsibilities

• Use specialist cleaning equipment and approved chemicals to deep clean production areas
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and hygiene protocols
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and well-maintained at all times
• Work in line with safety, quality, and workflow guidelines
• Report any issues or maintenance needs to your Team Leader or Manager promptly
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the site
• Carry out cleaning activities in line with daily schedules and hygiene checklists
• Ensure all work meets company safety, hygiene, and quality requirements
• Collaborate with your team to meet cleanliness and readiness targets
• Take pride in maintaining a spotless and well-organised work environment

The Ideal Candidate

• A strong work ethic and a keen eye for detail
• Good command of the English language, both written and spoken
• A positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or hygiene role (desirable but not essential)
• A focus on safety, quality, and working to high standards

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive hourly pay
• On-site parking
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for progression
• Be part of a company that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents. Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Location

Kilkenny, County Kilkenny

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods