Hygiene Supervisor

Reports to: Hygiene Manager

Job Purpose: To lead a team of hygiene operators in achieving their daily targets, yields and efficiencies through effective cleaning / handover of the factory

Responsibilities associated with this role include, but are not limited to:

Production Analysis

Ensure all aspects of the hygiene service are carried out and maintained to required standard

Schedule the annual, bi-annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily cleaning schedules into a concise and achievable weekly plan in line with staff availability

Maintain and keep up to date, the cleaning sequence in line with the Hygiene Management System and ensure strict adherence to the sequence by hygiene operatives

Supervise, assist, and audit the daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule including paperwork sign off to verify acceptable standards of cleaning have been met

Update, maintain, and regularly review hygiene records and schedules

Manage the hygiene team working hours and ensure all expenditure is authorized and recorded

Manage the ordering and stock control of hygiene consumables and chemicals

Maintain detailed cleaning instructions (CIC’S) and standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and schedules for every hygiene activity that meet the requirements of the BRC and other relevant customer food safety standards

Familiar with the COSHH system, make sure all SDS are in place

Work with other teams to keep high standards (Maintenance, Technical, Production & H&S)

Resolve any issues resulting from hygiene activities; analyze production hand-over and non-conformance reports and commence corrective actions

Liaise with the appropriate departments to reconcile issues resulting from or impacting on the hygiene department i.e. maintenance issues, or end of production standards

Responsible for periodic cleaning of air handling evaporators and refrigerant evaporators in the high-care and low-care areas

Oversee the day-to-day upkeep of the staff facilities including staff washroom facilities, offices, corridors, canteen, changing areas, and all associated equipment

Conduct compliance audits/ inspections of internal hygiene standards and documentation

Manage the provision of hygiene chemicals and dosing equipment on site - to include regular reviews with chemical supplier, daily chemical dosing checks, maintenance of equipment, and to oversee the safe storage, decant, transport, and use of chemicals on site

Understand any possible changing cleaning and chemical needs of the site. Keep abreast of advances in the industry to gain an improved understanding of cleaning practices, chemical efficacies, and industry regulations

Carry out ATP, Environmental, and Pathogen swabs as per schedule. Support the Technical team in obtaining daily ATP swabs and other microbiological swabs as required for testing. Participate in microbiological investigations or projects to drive improvements in the site hygiene standards

Conduct trials of new chemicals and equipment to drive continuous improvement in the cleaning and hygiene standards

Ensure all new equipment is assessed and has an up-to-date CIC

Ensure sufficient staffing levels are in place to cover all absences and holidays

Health & Safety

Conduct COSHH (or equivalent) assessments, risk assessments and document safe systems of work for all hygiene tasks

Ensure hygiene staff are trained and competent in all procedures relevant to their role including the use of heavy equipment and machinery already listed above

Provide emergency response training for all relevant staff

Ensure all tasks are conducted in accordance with all legislative, company, and site health & safety policies. Ensure all hazards, accidents / incidents are reported, and investigated in a timely manner

To ensure material safety data sheets (MSDS) and product information (PI) for all chemicals used on site are maintained, updated regularly and are accessible to all relevant staff

Ensure PPE is available and well maintained for all relevant staff and is used in line with site health & safety policies

Be an active member of the site Health & Safety Committee

Other

Recruit, induct, train, and develop competent employees

Provide cover in the event of inadequate staffing due to unforeseen circumstances such as sickness

Ensure all disciplinary incidents and staff absences are dealt with in a professional and timely manner and in accordance with the company human resource policies

Effectively communicate with all team members on a regular basis and provide opportunities for feedback

Develop strong working relationships and participate in projects as requested to drive continuous improvement

Provide key performance indicator data as required and comply with all internal and external audit requirements, including representation of the Hygiene Department during key customer audits

Actively comply with, and enforce all relevant statutory, company, and site policies and procedures

Conduct employee Performance Development Reviews on a regular basis and establish training and development plans

Carry out any reasonable request of your line manager in order to meet the needs of the business

To be available for any Training related to the role

Qualifications/ Skills/ Experience:

A competent professional with proven experience of managing and leading a hygiene team within a food manufacturing environment

Computer literate, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Projects

Ability to solve problems/offer solutions

Flexible approach to working and committed to working evening/ night shifts and occasional weekends

Experience of working within a compliance / standard driven environment to BRC level or equivalent regulating bodies. Understanding of a Food Production facility

Proven experience of driving improvements in site standards

Industry acumen and knowledge of cleaning systems and methodology essential

Understanding of chemical components, active ingredients, and their targeted use against the range of microbiological activity associated with food manufacturing sites

Experience of budget management and reporting

Experience of managing waste segregation and recycling services

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and motivate others

Experience of conducting training on both a 1:1 basis and in small groups

Good English written and verbal communication skills essential

Excellent Leadership & People Management skills

Planning and organising of staff, time and work schedules

Ability to communicate across a wide range of interested parties including direct reports, external suppliers, other factory departments

Strong attention to detail

Excellent problem-solving skills

Computer literate, e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Projects

Ability to solve problems/offer solutions

Night Shfit: 21:00-05:30 with 20% shift allowance

Pay: €18.50 per hour

Benefits:

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Application question(s):

Do you previous experience managing a team

Have you experience leading a hygiene team within a food manufacturing environment?

Experience:

relevant : 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person