Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Glasgow
- Date: 11 hours ago
Description:
Job Title: Hygiene Manager
Location: Glasgow
Salary: Competitive
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and hands-on Hygiene Manager to take the lead on site standards within a busy production environment. The role will oversee the Hygiene Team, ensure robust cleaning and compliance practices are maintained, and identify opportunities to strengthen processes and drive continuous improvement across the operation.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining food safety and hygiene standards, supporting audit readiness, and ensuring the site consistently meets its technical and microbiological targets. Working closely with the Technical Manager and wider production team, they will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on standards, compliance, and operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Hygiene Team, overseeing rotas, training, development, and performance
Manage site cleaning programmes, audits, and deep-cleaning activities
Coordinate specialist cleans, including equipment strip-downs where required
Work with the Technical Manager on pest control, audits, and site compliance
Carry out regular site inspections to ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained
Monitor key technical measures, including microbiological performance, HACCP, and equipment release
Investigate hygiene and microbiological issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
Manage relationships with chemical suppliers and maintain effective hygiene systems and records
Identify and implement improvements to hygiene processes, equipment standards, and the Hygiene QMS
Ensure all relevant health, safety, hygiene, and food safety requirements are consistently met
What We're Looking For
Previous experience in a hygiene-focused role, with the confidence to lead and develop a team
Clear and effective communication skills, with a practical and collaborative approach
A hands-on, proactive mindset and the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and requirements can change
Resilient and adaptable, with a genuine commitment to ongoing improvement
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
A consistent focus on maintaining high standards of hygiene, compliance, and operational performance
What's on Offer
Permanent opportunity within an established and expanding organisation
40-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend requirements
The opportunity to take ownership of a key operational function
Scope to introduce improvements and make a visible impact on site standards and performance
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Hygiene Manager looking for an opportunity to take ownership of hygiene standards and drive continuous improvement within a busy food manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this role or contact Elena Dimitrova at (url removed) or at number (phone number removed)