Hygiene Manager

About the role

The Hygiene Manager is a key representative of the Food Safety & Quality division, reporting to the Operations Manager. The role operates at a strategic level, driving and managing a wide range of hygiene initiatives while collaborating with and supporting a high-performing Technical team. It is a permanent position based in Kildare town, working Monday to Friday on a night shift.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day hygiene activities and systems across the site
• Ensure hygiene standards are met and continuously improved
• Lead, train and develop the hygiene team
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve hygiene systems and standards
• Ensure compliance with company manufacturing standards, legislation and customer requirements
• Implement technical strategies based on customer and business needs
• Lead the function in audits and visits
• Work with the technical team to standardise and deliver best practice

Required profile

• Experience building and managing a team, with the ability to motivate staff
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach
• Excellent communication skills, with a professional and positive attitude
• Good interpersonal, influencing, coaching and negotiating skills
• Knowledge of food safety principles
• Previous work experience in hygiene within a manufacturing environment is preferable

Required skills

• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office, hygiene systems and ERP management systems
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ability to clearly explain procedures