Hygiene Manager: Lead Food Safety & Audit Readiness

Wallace Myers International; Warrenpoint; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Hygiene Manager to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and food safety. The role involves overseeing hygiene activities, compliance with safety procedures, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have experience in hygiene management and a strong understanding of HACCP principles. Competitive salary and growth opportunities provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive team environment

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HACCP principles.
• Previous experience in hygiene management within a food manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work to strict standards and deadlines.
• Knowledge of food safety and quality systems.
• Hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hygiene and cleaning activities across the site.
• Ensure machinery, equipment, and facilities are safe and hazard-free.
• Supervise and train the hygiene team to achieve top standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all cleaning activities.
• Monitor hygiene KPIs and report findings to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and quality procedures.
• Manage chemical stock levels and staffing for hygiene operations.
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve issues promptly.
• Keep the site audit-ready at all times.

Skills

HACCP principles

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of food safety

Continuous improvement

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Hygiene Manager to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and food safety. The role involves overseeing hygiene activities, compliance with safety procedures, and managing a team. Ideal candidates will have experience in hygiene management and a strong understanding of HACCP principles. Competitive salary and growth opportunities provided.