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Permanent Role | FMCG | Newry-Based | Excellent Benefits
VANRATH are thrilled to partner with a leading player in the food production sector to recruit a Hygiene Team Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key role with a forward-thinking, well-established company known for its strong team culture and excellent working environment.
This permanent position is based at the company's Newry facility, offering career development and long-term progression opportunities within the business.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary package (negotiable based on experience)
Excellent employee benefits
Annual performance and salary reviews
Clear path for progression
About the Role
As Hygiene Supervisor, you will oversee the hygiene function across the site, ensuring production areas and equipment are kept to the highest cleanliness and safety standards. You'll lead and support a team of hygiene operatives while working closely with the site leadership to maintain audit readiness and operational excellence.
Day-to-Day Duties:
Lead and coordinate the hygiene team, managing shift schedules, task assignments, and holiday cover
Ensure that cleaning operations follow company procedures and site-specific cleaning plans
Maintain compliance with COSHH regulations and safe use of cleaning chemicals
Drive best practice in Health & Safety, ensuring correct PPE use and documentation upkeep
Liaise with Production and Technical teams to report hygiene risks or unsafe conditions
Manage cleaning supply levels, order materials, and complete regular stock checks
Conduct deep cleans after maintenance or engineering activities
Keep all factory zones inspection-ready and support during external audits or customer visits
Deliver hygiene training and support the onboarding of new hygiene staff
Carry out GMP and hygiene audits, identify areas for improvement, and follow up on actions
Assist with investigations into hygiene-related issues, supporting root cause analysis and improvements
Perform other hygiene-related responsibilities as needed to support the site
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills:
Experience in a hygiene or cleaning-focused role within a food production or manufacturing environment
Previous experience supervising or leading a team
Sound understanding of cleaning protocols, hygiene standards, and regulatory requirements
Familiarity with COSHH and chemical handling best practices
Knowledge of workplace health & safety policies and procedures
Able to manage tasks under pressure and meet tight schedules
Effective communication and strong organisational skills
Team-oriented mindset with leadership and training abilities
Desirable Qualifications:
Level 2 or above Food Hygiene Certificate
COSHH training certification
Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely)
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