Hygiene Operative at LT Foods U.K. Limited, Old Harlow, Essex

About LT Foods UK

LT Foods UK is a leading supplier of premium rice and rice-based products, including the renowned Daawat brand. As part of LT Foods Global, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable food solutions to our customers. Our culture is built on integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness, with a strong focus on employee development, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility. We foster a collaborative and respectful workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute and grow.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• Career development opportunities within a growing global FMCG company.
• Comprehensive training and upskilling programs.
• Inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Employee benefits such as product discounts, pension scheme, and wellness initiatives.

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive Hygiene Operative who is responsible for maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all warehouse and production areas, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and company policies. The role supports the Clean-As-You-Go (CAYG) policy by carrying out scheduled cleaning activities that go beyond daily operator responsibilities, ensuring the facility remains safe, hygienic, and compliant with food safety and hygiene standards.

Working Hours

40 hours per week. Monday – Friday

Occasional flexibility in working hours may be required to support deep cleaning activities, maintenance shutdowns or audit preparation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Scheduled Cleaning

Perform routine cleaning tasks beyond daily operator duties, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards.

Support site readiness for internal and external audits, by maintaining high housekeeping standards and assisting with hygiene verification.

Empty and replace rubbish bins daily.

Across - departmental support - Provide hygiene support across production, Wearhouse, yard areas as required to maintain site standards.

Carry out quarterly deep cleaning in accordance with the Cleaning Schedule.

Support waste removal from warehouse and staff facilities.

Manage laundering of PPE to maintain cleanliness and availability.

Replenish hairnets, beard snoods, hand sanitiser, and hand soap in dispensers daily.

2. Cleaning Equipment Control

Inspect, maintain, and replace cleaning tools at designated stations.

Ensure all equipment is returned to shadow boards, cleaned, and ready for use.

Monitor compliance with colour-coding and zone-specific equipment usage.

Assist the technical team with verification activities - swabbing, glass and brittle plastic checks, pest control observations.

3. Documentation & Verification

Complete the daily Cleaning Schedule Checklist accurately.

Record activities on the Cleaning Inspection Sign-Off Sheet.

Support verification activities such as visual inspections and hygiene swabbing checks.

4. Compliance & Safety

Follow documented cleaning methods (e.g., dry wiping, hand brushing, sweeping, waste collection).

Ensure cleaning practices prevent contamination and meet food safety standards.

Use chemicals safely in line with COSHH and MSDS requirements.

Adhere to site rules regarding restricted use of water and wet cleaning.

5. Training & Continuous Improvement

Participate in mandatory CAYG and hygiene training sessions.

Support colleagues in understanding and applying correct cleaning practices.

Report damaged or missing tools, non-compliance issues, and suggest improvements to supervisors.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform manual cleaning tasks.

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift cleaning equipment or waste materials.

Comfortable working in Wearhouse and Production environment.

Support dry-cleaning methodology required on site in low -moisture food environment.

Ability to work in an ambient warehouse environment. While there are no cold storage areas, the role may involve exposure to natural temperature fluctuations due to external environmental conditions.

The role may occasionally involve cleaning or inspection activities at elevated areas such as the mezzanine floor or designated platforms, following site health and safety procedures and safe access guidelines.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with LT Foods UK’s health & safety, food safety, and quality assurance standards.
• Report any hazards, incidents, or near misses promptly according to company procedures.
• Support the implementation of safety protocols and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Participate in health and safety briefings and training sessions as required.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of hygiene, cleanliness, and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to follow documented cleaning methods and adhere to scheduled tasks.
• Awareness of cross-contamination risks and core food safety principles.
• High attention to detail with accountability for accurate record-keeping.

• Previous experience in hygiene or cleaning roles, ideally within food manufacturing or warehousing environments.
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe chemical handling practices.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) audits and housekeeping standards.

Company Culture

At LT Foods UK, we believe in nurturing goodness through our products and our people. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We encourage innovation, support professional growth, and celebrate diversity. Employees are empowered to take initiative and contribute to our shared success.

Fair Recruitment & Equal Opportunities

This job description provides an overview of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to amend the duties of the role reasonably in line with business needs and organisational requirements. LT Foods UK is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and promoting equality, diversity and fairness in all aspects of employment. Recruitment, selection, training, development and career progression decisions are made based on merit, skills, experience and business needs, without unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process for everyone.