Hygiene Team Leader - Night Shift (4-on/4-off)

JDR Recruitment; Leigh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hygiene Technician to take a key role in maintaining food safety, supporting production efficiency, & leading a team of Hygiene Operators on shift. This is more than cleaning - it's about protecting our people, products, plant and reputation.

The role runs Friday to Sunday with 6:00-18:00 on Friday and Sunday 6:00-14:00, totaling 44 hours per week. Oversee hygiene performance on shift, plan tasks, cross-functionally ensure safety and quality standards, and lead a team to deliver world-class

Qualifications

• Previous hygiene/cleaning experience in food manufacturing or similar environment.
• Good understanding of food safety, health & safety, and GMP.
• Able to lead teams and communicate effectively.
• Night shifts on a 4 on 4 off pattern.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hygiene performance on shift, directing Hygiene Operators to deliver high standards.
• Plan and delegate tasks, ensuring smooth handovers and clear communication.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety & quality standards.
• Perform high standards of cleaning to support equipment care and product safety & quality.
• Support environmental goals by recycling and waste management programmes.
• Contribute to world-class hygiene through teamwork and innovation.

Skills

Hygiene experience

Team leadership

Food manufacturing

GMP knowledge

Job description

Hygiene Technician to take a key role in maintaining food safety, supporting production efficiency, & leading a team of Hygiene Operators on shift. This is more than cleaning - it's about protecting our people, products, plant and reputation.

The role runs Friday to Sunday with 6:00-18:00 on Friday and Sunday 6:00-14:00, totaling 44 hours per week. Oversee hygiene performance on shift, plan tasks, cross-functionally ensure safety and quality standards, and lead a team to deliver world-class