Hygiene Manager - Manufacturing

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement benefits

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking an experienced Hygiene Manager to lead the hygiene and sanitation team in a busy food manufacturing facility. You will develop, implement, and monitor hygiene programs to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance, while collaborating with QA and production teams to maintain high cleanliness standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in hygiene/QA within food manufacturing, with strong HACCP/GMP knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to make

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a hygiene or quality assurance role, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive hygiene and sanitation programs in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and train the hygiene team, ensuring effective execution of cleaning schedules and protocols.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of production areas, equipment, and storage facilities to ensure compliance.
• Manage pest control programs and chemical usage, ensuring safety and efficacy.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Production teams to address hygiene-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation related to hygiene activities and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

HACCP

GMP

Food Safety

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Hygiene Manager to lead their hygiene and sanitation department within a busy manufacturing facility in Vereeniging . This senior role is crucial for ensuring product safety, compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining a consistently high level of cleanliness across the entire operation. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring hygiene programs, managing a team, and collaborating with production and quality assurance departments. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge in food safety and hygiene management, ensuring the highest standards are upheld in Vereeniging .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive hygiene and sanitation programs in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and train the hygiene team, ensuring effective execution of cleaning schedules and protocols.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of production areas, equipment, and storage facilities to ensure compliance.
• Manage pest control programs and chemical usage, ensuring safety and efficacy.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Production teams to address hygiene-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation related to hygiene activities and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a hygiene or quality assurance role, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and other relevant food safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make critical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Vereeniging .

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and other statutory benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A key role in ensuring product integrity and consumer safety.