Hygiene Team Leader (Nightshift)

CSS; Witham; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing business in Witham is seeking a Night Shift Hygiene Team Leader. The role involves leading a team, ensuring cleaning standards, and managing hygiene operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar environment, strong leadership skills, and an understanding of Health & Safety regulations. The position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Casual dress policy

Company events

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Experience in hygiene operations within food manufacturing or similar.
• Strong understanding of hygiene processes and regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Hygiene Operatives.
• Carry out high-level cleaning and disinfection of production areas.
• Manage chemical and consumable stock safely.

Skills

Overseeing hygiene operations

Understanding of COSHH and Health & Safety

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Basic education level

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting an experienced Night Shift Hygiene Team Leader to join a leading food manufacturing business based in Witham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong leadership skills to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Hygiene Operatives during the night shift.
• Carry out high-level cleaning and disinfection of all production areas, including production lines and associated equipment.
• Ensure all cleaning is completed to site and customer standards, following detailed cleaning instruction cards.
• Manage chemical and consumable stock, including ordering and safe handling in line with COSHH requirements.
• Maintain accurate cleaning records and ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Work collaboratively with production and management teams to identify and resolve hygiene-related issues.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience overseeing hygiene operations within a food manufacturing or similar production environment.
• Strong understanding of hygiene processes, COSHH regulations, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow and implement cleaning schedules.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic education level with the ability to read and understand written instructions.

Benefits

• £31,200 annual salary
• Company pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee discounts and store discounts
• Free or discounted food
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Casual dress policy
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Sick pay