Hygienist

Clutha NZ; Balclutha; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance for employee and discounts for family

Free life insurance

Annual bonus scheme

26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave

Gym and cafe discounts

Job summary

Danone is seeking a Hygienist to join their team in Balclutha. This permanent full-time position focuses on promoting high hygiene standards within the plant, offering a unique opportunity for the right candidate to manage their own territory in the Production Team.

Applicants must have a minimum of one year’s experience in a high-care dairy manufacturing environment and be physically fit. The role requires effective teamwork and high attention to detail while maintaining cleaning standards.

Benefits include medical insurance, annual bonuses, and discounts on products.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a high-care, hygienic dairy manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Physical fitness to withstand the demands of a physical role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleaning standards across the plant.
• Assist with checks and audits confirming cleaning standards.
• Participate in on-the-job training of new staff.

Skills

Ability to maintain cleaning standards

Teamwork

Effective communication

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Understanding of contamination prevention protocols

Job description

Join us at Danone, where your work touches lives and contributes to a healthier world. As a global leader with a unique health-focused portfolio in food and beverages, we are driven by a mission to bring health through food to as many as possible. Embedded in our culture is a profound sense of purpose and a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community. At Danone, we believe in the power of our people, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where our core values of humanism, openness, enthusiasm, and proximity lead the way to achieve our goals.

We are currently looking for a Hygienist to join our team in Balclutha. This position offers the right candidate an excellent opportunity to manage their own territory, be a part of the Production Team. You will be responsible for promoting hygiene culture within the plant by taking the initiative to maintain the highest standard of cleanliness possible.

The key focus for you will be a part of the Hygiene team in following internal procedures, trackers and encouraging high hygiene standards across the site to deliver high-quality products. You will assist in achieving our business goals through your ability to be alert, follow our procedures, and be a great team player.

• Maintaining a high cleaning standard.
• Assisting with checks and audits to ensure cleaning is carried out to an expected standard.
• Work with fellow team members to achieve a common goal of task completion at a high standard of cleaning.
• On-the-job training of new staff members.
• Ensure all related documentation is completed in a timely manner and filled out as true and correct.
• Filled documents in the right way following our internal processes and keeping these records of information in the right place.
• Participating in internal and external audits.

This vacancy is a permanent full-time, working Wednesday - Sunday, 5:30 am- 3:30 pm (minimum guaranteed 32 hours per week). Please note that this is a physical role that involves standing for long periods and some heavy lifting. You may also be required to undertake shift work.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• The ability to ensure the cleaning of all areas is maintained to meet the Danone Standards.
• Minimum of one year’s experience working in a high-care, hygienic dairy manufacturing environment.
• To be able to work in a team environment.
• To be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally.
• Be physically fit.
• Have good organisation skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Perform duties independently and efficiently, maintaining high standards of hygiene.
• Be able to identify and respond appropriately to potential risks, ensuring the safety of yourself and colleagues.
• High levels of energy and commitment.
• An understanding of contamination prevention protocols as well as the ability to effectively and efficiently take steps to prevent contamination.
• Proven experience in chemical handling could be an advantage, but training will be given to the right candidate.

Located in the beautiful vista of Greenfield, just 20 minutes from Balclutha in the South Otago region, Danone Nutricia NZ spray drying plant employs state-of-the-art European technology to manufacture and package high-quality nutritional powders. Our farm-fresh quality NZ milk is collected, delivered and processed daily, ensuring only the best for our consumers. Our operation prides itself on delivering the finest food and ingredients to help stand by the consumers of our products.

• Medical insurance paid for by the company for you and discounts for your whānau
• Free life insurance
• Flu vaccination, free annual medical checks, and free onsite car parking,
• Discount on our products and at a range of retailers.
• Gym and cafe discounts.
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 4% Kiwisaver contribution and so much more!
• 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
• Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service
• Performance-related incentives and annual reviews

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company.