Hygiene Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Dynamic team environment

Impact on food safety and quality

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment Sunderland is seeking a Hygiene Manager to oversee the site’s hygiene operations across days, nights and back shifts. You will lead the hygiene team leaders, manage the nightshift hygiene and facilities teams, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

The role requires Food Safety Level 4, HACCP Level 3, strong time management, and excellent communication. You will drive audits, COSHH assessments, pest control, and continuous improvement in cleaning and

Qualifications

• Food safety qualifications required.
• Experience in FMCG ready-to-eat chilled or frozen foods.
• Strong time management and prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hygiene operations across shifts and teams.
• Ensure cleaning per risk-based schedule and verify equipment cleanliness.
• Lead audits and maintain audit readiness site-wide.
• Manage COSHH assessments and chemical safety.
• Collaborate with engineering for hygienic design improvements.
• Monitor chemical and water usage and pest control activities.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

HACCP

Time management

Communication

Team player

FMCG experience

Listeria knowledge

COSHH & V&V

Education

Food Safety Level 4

HACCP Level 3

Job description

Hygiene Manager

Annual Salary: £45,000
Location: Sunderland
Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Hygiene Manager to oversee the operational hygiene functions at our Sunderland location. This role involves managing the hygiene team leaders, nightshift hygiene, and facilities teams. The Hygiene Manager will play a crucial role in maintaining our high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee the hygiene operations, with a focus on supporting the team, operational dayshift, backshift and nightshift as per the needs.
• Maintain staffing structures, ensuring the justified use of agency staff.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned according to the risk-assessed frequency and investigate any deviations.
• Train hygiene team members on chemical safety and machine cleaning, ensuring all procedures are followed and documented.
• Maintain hygiene equipment in good condition and ensure adequate supplies are available.
• Conduct cleaning verification activities through mentoring and both announced and unannounced inspections.
• Investigate swab fails using root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to avoid repeat issues.
• Serve as the key contact for the approved cleaning chemical provider, addressing any issues promptly.
• Review machinery for hygienic design and ease of cleaning, collaborating with the engineering department to make improvements.
• Monitor and manage chemical and water usage, investigating any adverse trends.
• Participate in the site's internal audit team and complete audits of areas not under direct control.
• Conduct performance reviews for direct reports and set SMART objectives.
• Manage the site's pest control system and ensure contractor services are maintained effectively.
• Ensure the team is always 'audit ready' from a hygiene perspective.
• Complete COSHH Assessments for hygiene chemicals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Food Safety Level 4 qualification (training may be required).
• HACCP Level 3 certification.
• Proven time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with all levels of staff.
• Collaborative team player.
• Experience in FMCG, specifically in ready-to-eat chilled or frozen foods.
• Listeria Level 4 knowledge.
• COSHH and Verification/Validation Level 4 expertise.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Participation in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Engagement in a critical role that directly impacts food safety and quality