Hygiene Manager

Alaska Black; Ringway; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is looking for an experienced Hygiene Manager for their night shift. The ideal candidate will oversee a team to ensure high hygiene standards across the site. Responsibilities include establishing cleaning schedules, managing hygiene service providers, and supporting audits. Required qualifications include Food Hygiene Level 4 and Health & Safety training. This role offers a challenging opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing hygiene processes in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Proven ability to lead and train teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain cleaning schedules.
• Develop hygiene procedures in compliance with regulations.
• Manage hygiene team and service providers.

Skills

Food Hygiene Management

Allergen Awareness

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Food Hygiene Level 4

Food Safety Level 4

Health & Safety Level 3

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded food manufacturing business in Greater Manchester, is seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager for their night shift. You will manage a team of Hygiene Supervisors, Team Leaders, and operatives, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene are maintained across the site.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining cleaning schedules
• Validating daily cleaning performance
• Developing hygiene procedures in line with legislation
• Preparing cleaning instructions
• Maintaining verification records
• Managing hygiene service providers
• liaising with engineering to protect plant and machinery
• Carrying out risk assessments
• Supporting audits and inspections
• Addressing micro issues and incidents promptly
• Ensuring all staff are fully trained and competent

Overtime or weekend work may occasionally be required.

Required Qualifications and Training

• Food Hygiene Level 4 and Food Safety Level 4
• Allergen Awareness
• Health & Safety training including Manual Handling, Level 3 H&S, IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent
• Mental Health at Work, GDPR Essentials, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
• Risk assessments, hazard reporting, and accident investigation

The ideal candidate is committed to maintaining high hygiene standards and ongoing development.

If you are an experienced hygiene professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a leading food manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.