We are currently recruiting for an experienced Night Shift Hygiene Team Leader to join a leading food manufacturing business based in Witham.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong leadership skills to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced production environment.
As the Hygiene Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all production areas, leading a small team of Hygiene Operatives, and ensuring full compliance with site standards and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead and support a team of Hygiene Operatives during the night shift
2. Carry out high-level cleaning and disinfection of all production areas, including production lines and associated equipment
3. Ensure all cleaning is completed to site and customer standards, following detailed cleaning instruction cards
4. Manage chemical and consumable stock, including ordering and safe handling in line with COSHH requirements
5. Maintain accurate cleaning records and ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times
6. Work collaboratively with production and management teams to identify and resolve hygiene-related issues
Skills & Experience Required
7. Previous experience overseeing hygiene operations within a food manufacturing or similar production environment
8. Strong understanding of hygiene processes, COSHH regulations, and Health & Safety requirements
9. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow and implement cleaning schedules
10. Good communication and leadership skills
11. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
12. Basic education level with the ability to read and understand written instructions
Salary
£31,200 per annum
Benefits
13. Company pension scheme
14. Health & wellbeing programme
15. Employee discounts and store discounts
16. Free or discounted food
17. Cycle-to-work scheme
18. Casual dress policy
19. Company events
20. On-site parking
21. Sick pay