Hygiene Manager

Hygiene Manager Annual Salary: £45,000 Location: Sunderland Job Type: Full-timeWe are seeking a Hygiene Manager to oversee the operational hygiene functions at our Sunderland location. This role involves managing the hygiene team leaders, nightshift hygiene, and facilities teams. The Hygiene Manager will play a crucial role in maintaining our high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Day-to-day of the role: Oversee the hygiene operations, with a focus on supporting the team, operational dayshift, backshift and nightshift as per the needs. Maintain staffing structures, ensuring the justified use of agency staff. Ensure all equipment is cleaned according to the risk-assessed frequency and investigate any deviations. Train hygiene team members on chemical safety and machine cleaning, ensuring all procedures are followed and documented. Maintain hygiene equipment in good condition and ensure adequate supplies are available. Conduct cleaning verification activities through mentoring and both announced and unannounced inspections. Investigate swab fails using root cause analysis and implement preventive measures to avoid repeat issues. Serve as the key contact for the approved cleaning chemical provider, addressing any issues promptly. Review machinery for hygienic design and ease of cleaning, collaborating with the engineering department to make improvements. Monitor and m...