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Major Talent is recruiting for a permanent Hygiene Supervisor on behalf of our esteemed food manufacturing client located in Burton-on-Trent, this is an excellent opportunity for the right person with progression opportunities.

With a rich history dating back to 1991, our client operates from a cutting-edge manufacturing facility and is a proud member of the world's leading global food providers and have a wide range of successful, well-known products. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, quality, and safety are achieved and maintained.

What's in it for you?

Permanent position with growth opportunities.
Various shifts available -
AM Supervisor - 6 am to 2 pm
PM Supervisor - 2 pm to 10 pm
£15.11ph - 40 hours a week - £31,428.8 annual salary
33 days holiday including bank holidays.
5% pension contribution.
Employee benefits rewards scheme.

Key Areas of Responsibility and Standards of Performance:

Health & Safety Compliance
Ensure a safe working environment in accordance with HSWA and COSHH regulations.
Assist in controlling all chemicals and equipment, ensuring daily titrations are completed.
Hygiene & Housekeeping Standards
Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and housekeeping across the site.
Ensure designated areas are cleaned to required standards, meeting both company and customer expectations.
Team Supervision & Development
Supervise direct reports, ensuring team structure is fit for purpose.
Involve in the recruitment and selection of staff.
Deliver training and development to direct reports, ensuring necessary skills are in place.
Regularly check the training matrix to ensure all direct reports are fully trained.
Performance Management
Plan and deliver hygiene budgeted costs, including labor and materials.
Monitor quality and adherence to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
Proactively seek continuous improvement in operations and shift performance.
Documentation & Audits
Complete routine deep cleaning schedules and ensure relevant paperwork is signed off.
Conduct daily documented post-hygiene audits on all cleaned equipment, with photographic evidence of any fails.
Ensure accurate completion of cleaning schedule documentation.
Collaboration & Communication
Encourage effective communication and cross-functional links with other Hygiene Supervisors and teams.
Assist in closing out non-conformances and investigations regarding swabbing OOS and micro in finished products.
Waste Management
Ensure effective segregation and correct disposal of waste and recyclable materials.
Ensure safe preparation, handling, and storage of cleaning chemicals, including titration checks.
Additional Responsibilities
Deputize for the Senior Hygiene Supervisor in their absence.
Promote the site's food safety culture to prevent deviations impacting product safety, quality, and legality.
Adhere to company policies and procedures relevant to the site and working environment.
Perform any other reasonable duties as deemed necessary by line management.

The ideal candidate will have:

Food Safety Level 1 (additional training provided).
HACCP Qualification.
IOSH Qualification.
Previous supervisory experience in a similar role.
Experience in cleaning within a food manufacturing environment.
Previous experience in a standards-driven/compliance environment.

Skills/Knowledge:

Good understanding of Health & Safety, HACCP, food safety practices, allergen awareness, and COSHH.
Budget management experience.
Knowledge of conducting audits in a food factory.
Strong knowledge of BRC standards.

If you are interested in this role, please apply by submitting an updated CV with relevant experience. If you have been successful, you will hear back within 2 days.

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