Hygiene Manager

FBC; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food and beverage manufacturing sector is on the lookout for a dedicated Hygiene Manager to join their Blackpool Bakery team. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the highest hygiene standards are maintained, directly influencing product quality and safety. As a Hygiene Manager, you will lead initiatives to enhance hygiene practices, collaborate with various teams, and manage pest control activities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment while driving continuous improvement in hygiene standards. If you are passionate about safety and hygiene, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Hygiene Manager role, ideally in FMCG.
• Strong time management and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain cleaning schedules and records across the Bakery.
• Train employees on hygiene standards and ensure compliance.

Skills

Hygiene Management

Food Safety

Communication Skills

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

IOSH Qualification

Level 3 Food Safety

Job description

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Company Description

We are FBC UK, Fox's Burton's Companies! …And we bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge).

Location: Blackpool, GB

Place of Work: On-Site

Employee Shift: Monday - Friday

We are a merger of two top UK biscuit manufacturers, Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits, creating a unique, integrated company. We own iconic brands like Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, and produce at eight bakeries across the UK, employing around 4,000 colleagues.

Our goal is to become the UK Market Leader, emphasizing our passion for our brands and our people. We foster an inclusive, diverse environment that supports professional growth and values authenticity, entrepreneurship, and mutual support.

About The Role

We are seeking a Site Hygiene Manager for our Blackpool Bakery team. You will ensure the hygienic standards of our plant are maintained to support product quality.

Main Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and maintain cleaning schedules and records across the Bakery
• Provide direction and support to the Hygiene and Operation Teams
• Collaborate with Operations and Plant Planning teams on cleaning processes
• Manage pest control activities to ensure sanitary conditions
• Support hygiene culture improvement initiatives
• Research and implement latest hygiene and pest control techniques
• Ensure compliance with legislation, customer, and certification standards
• Train employees on hygiene standards, including new staff
• Engage with hygiene suppliers and contractors for continuous improvement
• Drive continuous improvement in cleaning methods and standards
• Manage the hygiene budget within the Technical Department

Who We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in a similar Hygiene Manager role, ideally in FMCG
• IOSH qualification or working towards it
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification preferred
• Experience in maintaining high hygiene standards
• Passion for hygiene and safety
• Experience working with third-party support functions
• Ability to collaborate with HSE teams and ensure compliance
• Influential and engaging communication skills
• Proactive, results-oriented, and self-motivated
• Strong time management and multitasking skills
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• Flexible hours/days as needed for the business

Diversity Statement

FBC UK is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees feel valued and have equal opportunities. We believe diversity enhances our work environment and drives innovation.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing