Hygiene Manager

Hygiene Manager (Food Production) - Largest biscuit factory in Europe

We're recruiting for a Hygiene Manager to take ownership of cleaning and food safety standards within a fast-paced food production environment.

This is a key operational role where you'll lead a team of around 30, ensuring all production areas and machinery are cleaned safely, effectively, and in line with strict hygiene and compliance standards.

If you come from food manufacturing and understand the importance of hygiene in keeping production running safely and efficiently, this is a role where you can make a real impact.

The Role

• Lead, manage and develop a team of ~30 hygiene operatives
• Take full ownership of hygiene standards across production areas
• Oversee the safe strip-down, cleaning, and reassembly of machinery
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and H&S procedures
• Manage the correct use of chemicals and cleaning equipment
• Support site operations in maintaining safe, efficient production
• Identify risks, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Hygiene Manager or Supervisor within food manufacturing / FMCG
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP)
• Experience cleaning production machinery and equipment
• Knowledge of COSHH and safe chemical handling
• Proven experience leading teams in a production environment
• Organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced setting

Why Apply?

• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Key leadership role within a live production environment
• Real ownership of hygiene standards on-site
• Stable, long-term contract

Benefits include:

• Virtual GP access
• Financial wellbeing support & early pay access
• Flexible lifestyle benefits platform
• Ongoing training and development

Interested?

If you're currently working in food manufacturing hygiene and ready to step into (or continue in) a leadership role with real responsibility, get in touch for a confidential chat.

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