Night Shift Hygiene Team Leader in Witham

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Night Shift Hygiene Team Leader to join a leading food manufacturing business based in Witham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail‑oriented individual with strong leadership skills to take the next step in their career within a fast‑paced production environment.

As the Hygiene Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all production areas, leading a small team of Hygiene Operatives, and ensuring full compliance with site standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Hygiene Operatives during the night shift
• Carry out high‑level cleaning and disinfection of all production areas, including production lines and associated equipment
• Ensure all cleaning is completed to site and customer standards, following detailed cleaning instruction cards
• Manage chemical and consumable stock, including ordering and safe handling in line with COSHH requirements
• Maintain accurate cleaning records and ensure Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times
• Work collaboratively with production and management teams to identify and resolve hygiene‑related issues

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience overseeing hygiene operations within a food manufacturing or similar production environment
• Strong understanding of hygiene processes, COSHH regulations, and Health & Safety requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow and implement cleaning schedules
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic education level with the ability to read and understand written instructions

Salary

£31,200 per annum

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee discounts and store discounts
• Free or discounted food
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Casual dress policy
• Company events
• On‑site parking
• Sick pay