GMP Hygiene Specialist – Kendal
About us:
Join our award-winning team at Kendamil, one of the UK’s fastest-growing companies and a favorite of families across the world. We’re a 180-strong team onsite in Kendal, united in our mission to nourish the next generation with our unique recipe, crafted locally with natural ingredients and no added nasties.
Be part of our exciting journey to disrupt the infant nutrition industry by joining our EHS team and taking responsibility for the wellbeing of our site hygiene and environmental health.
The role:
As a GMP Hygiene Specialist, you’ll be a crucial guardian of our production environment, ensuring meticulous cleanliness and adherence to stringent Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll be part of a team responsible for maintaining a safe and hygienic factory, contributing directly to the quality and safety of our infant formula.
This is a physically active and dynamic role, where you’ll be working across our state-of-the-art (and expanding!) factory and its different production zones.
What you’ll be doing:
- Uphold the highest hygiene standards: meticulously clean and maintain our advanced machinery, equipment, and production areas, ensuring compliance with BRC and FDA audits.
- Champion quality and safety: meticulously document cleaning processes, adhere to strict PPE protocols, and report any issues promptly.
- Expert in safe handling: use cleaning materials and equipment responsibly, following COSHH regulations and operating machinery according to training.
- Go above and beyond: take the initiative to identify areas for improvement, whether it’s a fresh coat of paint or minor maintenance, contributing to a world-class production facility.
What you’ll need to be:
- Detail-oriented: committed to maintaining high standards and meticulous in your work.
- Adaptable: able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Physically fit: comfortable with the physical demands of the role.
- Team player: collaborative and supportive, yet capable of independent work.
- Effective communicator: clear and concise in both verbal and written communication.
- Punctual and reliable: always on time and dependable.
Bonus points for:
- GMP and manufacturing knowledge: a solid understanding of good manufacturing practices.
- Food industry experience: familiarity with food industry equipment and processes.
What you’ll get from us:
The opportunity to work for the fastest growing infant milk brand in Europe, alongside a talented team dedicated to serving thousands of passionate customers.
We offer to all our employees:
- 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
- Join our pension scheme and we’ll match contributions up to 5%
- Free health cash plan so you can claim back cash for a range of medical expenses
- Free Gym Membership after 12 months*
- Life Assurance at 2 x basic salary
- EAP Program including a 24/7 employee assistance programme (EAP) for you and your nearest and dearest as well as access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more.
- Onsite canteen with Free healthy breakfast and subsidized food options
- Enhanced Maternity leave policy
- Louenna App for Parents
- New parents enjoy a generous stipend for Kendamil products
- Free on-site parking
If this sounds like a role for you, please email our team (stacey.lindeque@kendalnutricare.com) with your CV and a note on why you’re right for the job — we can’t wait to meet you!