Hygiene Manager

We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly reputable food manufacturing business in the search for an experienced Hygiene Manager to join their senior operations team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and capable hygiene professional to take full ownership of the Hygiene function, leading from the front and driving best practice across a busy, multi-shift factory environment.

As Hygiene Manager, you will lead and manage the Hygiene department, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, compliance, and food safety are consistently achieved across the site.

• Developing, implementing, and continuously improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all hygiene tasks
• Training, coaching, and embedding hygiene procedures across the entire factory
• Managing and leading the hygiene team across multiple shifts
• Overseeing hygiene contracts and managing the ordering and control of all chemical supplies
• Managing the hygiene budget and driving cost efficiencies where possible
• Supporting all food safety audits and external customer/retailer site visits
• Ensuring full compliance with retailer standards and industry regulations
• Driving a culture of accountability, high standards, and continuous improvement

• Previous experience in a similar Hygiene Manager role within food manufacturing
• Proven ability to manage, develop, and lead teams across multiple shifts
• Experience working with major retailers and understanding their standards and expectations
• Strong working knowledge of BRC standards (e.g. BRCGS)
• Strong understanding and practical application of HACCP principles
• Experience preparing for and supporting external audits
• Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills

Salary - £50,000 - £55,000

The ideal candidate will be working in a similar position within food production. If you feel this exceptional opportunity is for you and you meet the above criteria, then click apply and send us an updated copy of your CV – alternatively you can send through your C.V to  or phone .

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