Hygiene Team Leader in Bilston

Hygiene Team Leader sought to join the night shift of an award-winning, £multimillion turnover food manufacturing company based in Bilston. They are a privately owned company who supply numerous sectors including foodservice, retail, wholesale and catering, both in the UK and abroad.   Night shift: 5:30pm to 6:00am Monday to Friday. 4-on 4-off rotating shift.   The Role: As Hygiene Team Leader, you will ensure efficient cleaning of the factory to required hygiene standards as laid down by the Technical Department. You will also ensure that the work instructions reflect current best practice to enable the site to meet all customer requirements. Your duties will include: Lead and supervise hygiene staff to ensure cleaning tasks are completed to high standards Implement and monitor cleaning schedules, including deep cleans and daily routines Manage hygiene documentation, including cleaning records and chemical inventories Support microbiological investigations and improvement plans Train and develop hygiene team members on procedures and safety protocols Ensure cleaning operations are conducted in compliance with customer specifications, whilst meeting quality, productivity and cost targets Ensure adherence to Food Standards legislation throughout the production process (Food safety level 2 accreditation) Ensure strip downs, deep cleans, disassembly and reassembly of all equipment including but not limited to skinning machines, conveyors, dicing/mincing machinery as necessary on daily basis Ensure COSHH compliance and also safe working with chemical training Role may also require cleaning at height tasks, this would involve the use of a ladder and/or Cherry picker and training would be provided To participate in online training via tablets (Translation software available) Adherence to Health and Safety guidelines and procedures at all times by ensuring the use of correct PPE at all times and safe systems of work Report any damage and or faulty equipment and or PPE to technical and Maintenance teamYour Skills & Experience as Hygiene Team Leader Previous experience of leading a Hygiene team within food manufacturing, food production or industrial environments Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and health & safety requirements and their importance Proactive, with a strong work ethic and the ability to identify issues before they become significant Physically fit and capable of manual handling, lifting and carrying cleaning equipment and waste materials Good English language skills, both verbal and written, to understand training, instructions, procedures and safety requirements Reliable, dependable and takes ownership of their designated areas Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards Understands that cleanliness, food safety and health & safety are critical to the success of the operation Can follow procedures, complete training and consistently adhere to company standardsBenefits: £15.62 per hour £19.53 overtime 28 days holiday Night shift: 4-on, 4-off rotating shifts 5:30pm to 6:00am Rewards scheme  Employee discount  Onsite parking  Safe working environment  Employee progression opportunities  Referral programme  Company pension  Discounted or free food  Hygiene Team Leader – Night Shift (4 on, 4 off)   Bilston, West Midlands   £15.62 per hour + overtime + benefits