Hygienist

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. 

ABOUT THE JOB

We are currently looking for an Hygienist to join our team in Balclutha. This position offers the right candidate an excellent opportunity to manage their own territory, being 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, and 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 of 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, 5:30am- 3:30pm (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.  Your hourly rate would be between $25.60 – $29.98

ABOUT YOU

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.

• At least 1 year of relevant experience.

• To be able to work in a team environment.

• To be able to communicate effectively, both written and orally.

• Be physically fit.

• Have good organization 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.

• Basic computer skills 

ABOUT US

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.  We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarter is in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are proud owner of some of the best-known brands worldwide including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare

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 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.

Visit our website WE ARE DANONE to know more about us.

WE OFFER

We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.

• A high-performing, collaborative team culture

• Diverse and inclusive work environment

• Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success

• Competitive Total Reward package including

• Health and Life insurance for all perm & FTC employees (12-month contract or more)

• 26 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leave

• Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service

• Performance related incentives and annual reviews

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us.

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, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability at our company.