Hygiene Manager

Kellanova; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking a Hygiene Manager at their Wrexham Manufacturing Plant. You will uphold and improve food safety practices, manage sanitation schedules, oversee pest control, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance. This role contributes significantly to fostering a culture of safety and excellence in a fast-paced FMCG environment, with a strong focus on hygiene management standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Certification in CIEH Advanced Food Hygiene and Intermediate HACCP required.
• Strong knowledge of BRC standards and regulatory compliance.
• Expertise in implementing Food Safety and Sanitation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and execute food safety audit schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Housekeeping & Sanitation Programme across the facility.
• Develop and implement the Master Sanitation Schedule and cleaning protocols.
• Oversee pest control operations to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Verify cleaning performance through sanitation audits and corrective actions.
• Coach staff and promote good manufacturing practices to build hygiene capability.

Skills

Food Safety

Sanitation Systems

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

Certification in CIEH Advanced Food Hygiene

Intermediate HACCP

Job description

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As the Hygiene Manager you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and sanitation across the Wrexham Manufacturing Plant. Your mission will be to uphold and continuously improve food safety practices by managing the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), overseeing cleaning and pest control contracts, and ensuring all sanitation procedures are fully documented and effectively executed.

In this role, you’ll be the key point of contact for all sanitation-related activities, representing the operations team and working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining compliance, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of food safety excellence.

You’ll report to the QFS Manager, collaborate with the QFS Lead Team and local functional leaders, and work closely with external partners including suppliers and sanitation service providers. This is a full-time, site-based role at our Wrexham Manufacturing Plant, covering all aspects of a fast-paced FMCG production environment, including high-volume manufacturing and office areas

.A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing:

• Programme Leadership & Ownership – Lead the Housekeeping & Sanitation Programme under the 7 Core framework, setting site-wide standards and driving overall sanitation strategy.
• Schedule & Procedure Governance – Develop, implement, and continuously refine the Master Sanitation Schedule and SSOPs, ensuring structured, compliant, and effective cleaning protocols
• Pest Control Management – Oversee all pest control operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement through focused initiatives and training.
• Contractor Oversight & Plant Cleaning – Plan, coordinate, and manage housekeeping activities (routine, periodic, and reactive), delivered by both Kellanova and external cleaning partners.
• Audit & Compliance Execution – Verify cleaning performance through sanitation audits, lead corrective actions, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Chemical & Equipment Stewardship – Insource and manage cleaning chemicals in collaboration with suppliers; optimise design and innovation of site cleaning tools.
• Workforce Development & Engagement – Coach staff, provide hygiene training, own PDP completion, and promote GMP adherence to build site-wide hygiene capability.
• Performance, Policy & Budget Control – Monitor KPIs for cleaning efficiency, uphold Global and European food safety policies, and manage sanitation-related budgets.

We’re Looking for Someone With:

• Certification in CIEH Advanced Food Hygiene and Intermediate HACCP
• Strong knowledge of BRC standards and regulatory compliance
• Expertise in implementing Food Safety and Sanitation systems
• A deep understanding of manufacturing plant processes, quality assurance, and food safety controls
• Demonstrated ability to manage and execute food safety audit schemes
• Extensive knowledge of sanitation practices in food manufacturing, including pest control
• Proficiency in computer-based systems and digital tools
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, including root cause analysis and problem-solving
• Strong planning, prioritization, and execution capabilities
• Proven leadership and team development skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal departments
• A strong commitment to consumer and customer satisfaction

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back to you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .