Hygiene Manager - Nights Greater Manchester £50K - £55K industry leading Benefits About the Role: A leading food manufacturing organisation (meat produce) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Hygiene Manager to oversee and improve hygiene standards across their production site. This pivotal role will focus on managing the hygiene team, with a particular emphasis on night shifts, while ensuring consistency and compliance across all hygiene operations. Key Responsibilities: * Manage and enhance hygiene standards across the site, promoting Clean As You Go (CAYGO) practices. * Oversee the hygiene team, ensuring daily operations align with production hygiene requirements. * Coordinate and manage periodic deep cleaning tasks and maintain accurate records of all hygiene activities and training. * Monitor and control hygiene stock levels, including PPE, and oversee ordering as required. * Serve as the primary contact for hygiene-related audit requirements and work closely with the QA team to address food safety concerns. * Implement and maintain systems to track Hygiene KPIs, including labour utilisation, cleaning schedules, and budget control. * Lead by example in providing hands-on training to ensure effective cleaning of production lines and facilities. * Drive compliance with site Quality Management Systems and health and safety regulations. * Manage the hygiene budget, ensuring cost-effective operations. * Supervise in-depth cleaning of all machinery, equipment, storage areas, and structural surfaces, including high-level cleaning tasks. * Manage hygiene personnel and contractors performing specialised cleaning activities. * Participate in external audits and conduct internal audits in line with the technical schedule. Candidate Requirements: * Proven experience in a Hygiene Manager role within food or drink manufacturing. * Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across teams. * Hands-on and visible approach, demonstrating credibility on the shop floor. * Recognised certifications such as COSHH, NEBOSH, IOSH, HACCP, or Food Hygiene qualifications. * A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline is preferred. * Strong analytical and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement