Hygiene Manager-Trafford
Department: Technical
Location: Manchester (Trafford Park)
Closing date: 7th November 2024
Our Business
We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces, and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and special events are celebrated. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.
The Opportunity
This fantastic opportunity has arrived as we look to further strengthen our Hygiene Team solving ability and continuous improvement journey. The individual will support the Technical Team to deliver in a fast-paced flagship site that has undergone a multi-million-pound investment with further significant capital plan in the coming years.
Reporting to the Technical Manager this role is responsible for the ongoing development of the hygiene team, hygiene management system and day-to-day management of hygiene activities across the site, whilst ensuring compliance to relevant business processes including Statutory, Mandatory and Legal requirements.
The successful candidate will have the principal responsibility to provide subject matter expertise on hygiene and GMP standards, ensuring effective operating procedures (SOP’s) are in place for all hygiene tasks. The Hygiene Manager is required to train, coach, and assess site employees ensuring delivery of tasks are to a high standard whilst also managing hygiene contractors, pest control activities, food safety audits which must comply with microbiological standards.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience within a similar position and at management level. The post holder will need excellent IT skills and communication skills both orally and written, with the ability to manage the expectations of key stakeholders and posses a keen eye for detail.
What we offer:
* A competitive salary
* ABF Pension Scheme membership
* An annual Incentive Plan
* Private Healthcare
Additionally, you will have access to a range of benefits aimed at enhancing your wellbeing both at home and at work; from a free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to access to affordable loans and financial education, electric vehicle, and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes, an option to buy additional holidays and a day dedicated to volunteering in your local community. You will also have access to our benefits platform Extra Spice from day one, offering a huge variety of retail and leisure discounts
Would you like to hear more?
We would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with anyone who feels they would be a great fit for our business. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require at any stage in the recruitment process.
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