Hygiene Supervisor

Location: Cambridgeshire

Hygiene Supervisor Annual Salary: £35k-£40k

Location:

Cambridgeshire Job Type: Full-time, rotating between earlies and afternoons Join our team as a Hygiene Supervisor, where you will provide operational leadership within the food manufacturing sector. This pivotal role ensures the maintenance of high hygiene standards across production areas, exemplifies leadership, and guarantees that all hygiene processes meet stringent audit and compliance requirements. Day-to-day of the role:
Operational Hygiene Management:
Lead and supervise the hygiene team to ensure cleaning activities are completed safely and to the required standard. Deliver right-first-time cleaning in line with site procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain and improve hygiene standards across all assigned areas. Ensure cleaning schedules and tasks are completed as directed by the Hygiene Manager. Take ownership of hygiene standards within the designated area.

Compliance and Food Safety:
Ensure hygiene activities comply with food safety, technical, health and safety, and environmental requirements. Maintain accurate hygiene documentation and compliance records. Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with site standards. Carry out regular hygiene inspections and internal audits. Team Leadership and Training:
Lead by example and promote safe working practices. Ensure team members are trained and competent in cleaning procedures, equipment handling, and chemical safety. Ensure the training matrix is accurate and up to date and identify any development needs. Deliver regular team briefings and support effective team communication. Reporting and Performance:
Complete and submit shift reports and hygiene performance metrics. Monitor hygiene performance against KPIs and report issues promptly. Identify opportunities to improve hygiene standards or reduce costs. Stock and Resource Management:
Manage hygiene consumables, chemicals, and equipment stock levels. Ensure chemicals are handled and stored in accordance with COSHH requirements. Maintain effective control of hygiene resources within budget. Required Skills &

Qualifications:

Previous experience in a supervisory or team management role. HACCP Level 3 or equivalent. Food Safety Level 3 or equivalent. Experience in open plant cleaning environments. Strong understanding of hygiene standards within food manufacturing. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Desirable:
Experience managing hygiene teams within food manufacturing, knowledge of dry-cleaning processes and chocolate manufacturing, awareness of microbial risks such as yeast, mould, and humidity control, understanding of BRC standards, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits:
Employee discount on retail products Life assurance Virtual GP & Second Medical Opinion Service. Pension scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Gym Membership discount. Cycle to work scheme. Shopping discounts. Family leave. Menopause support.