Job Title: Hygiene Manager - Nights
Location:Rochdale
Salary:£50K - £55K + industry leading Benefits

About the Role:
A leading food manufacturing organisation (meat produce) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Hygiene Manager to oversee and improve hygiene standards across their production site. This pivotal role will focus on managing the hygiene team, with a particular emphasis on night shifts, while ensuring consistency and compliance across all hygiene operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and enhance hygiene standards across the site, promoting Clean As You Go (CAYGO) practices.

• Oversee the hygiene team, ensuring daily operations align with production hygiene requirements.

• Coordinate and manage periodic deep cleaning tasks and maintain accurate records of all hygiene activities and training.

• Monitor and control hygiene stock levels, including PPE, and oversee ordering as required.

• Serve as the primary contact for hygiene-related audit requirements and work closely with the QA team to address food safety concerns.

• Implement and maintain systems to track Hygiene KPIs, including labour utilisation, cleaning schedules, and budget control.

• Lead by example in providing hands-on training to ensure effective cleaning of production lines and facilities.

• Drive compliance with site Quality Management Systems and health and safety regulations.

• Manage the hygiene budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.

• Supervise in-depth cleaning of all machinery, equipment, storage areas, and structural surfaces, including high-level cleaning tasks.

• Manage hygiene personnel and contractors performing specialised cleaning activities.

• Participate in external audits and conduct internal audits in line with the technical schedule.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Hygiene Manager role within food or drink manufacturing.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across teams.

• Hands-on and visible approach, demonstrating credibility on the shop floor.

• Recognised certifications such as COSHH, NEBOSH, IOSH, HACCP, or Food Hygiene qualifications.

• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline is preferred.

• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.