Site Hygiene Manager Nights

Site Hygiene Manager - Nights (Panama Shift Pattern) - FMCG
Salary: £60,000-£65,000
Location: Corby
We are seeking a strong and capable Site Hygiene Manager to lead the night shift operation within a fast-paced FMCG environment. This role is open to experienced managers who have had responsibility for hygiene standards within their remit-whether as a dedicated Hygiene Manager or as part of a broader leadership role (for example, Factory/Production Manager within a smaller business).
You will bring proven leadership experience, a hands-on approach, and a solid understanding of hygiene standards within food or FMCG manufacturing. Experience in chilled foods, high-risk environments, BRC audits, and retailer standards would be advantageous.
The Role
·Lead and manage a team of two Hygiene Managers and approximately 40 Hygiene Operatives on the night shift
·Drive continuous improvement in cleaning efficiency and effectiveness across the site
·Take ownership of site hygiene standards, ensuring consistency, compliance, and sustainability through coaching and development of the team
·Develop and coordinate the hygiene strategy across the site, planning up to 6 months ahead
·Host customer visits and manage supplier/vendor relationships
·Promote and strengthen a positive health and safety culture
·Monitor, manage, and deliver key site KPIs
·Lead thorough investigations into microbiological results, driving improvements
·Use root cause analysis to implement SMART actions and deliver measurable results
·Communicate hygiene performance and plans effectively across departments (e.g. Engineering, Production) to ensure alignment and best outcomes
·Manage labour, chemicals, and cleaning budgets, including forecasting
·Act as the site lead for interim cleaning standards
About You
·A strong people manager, confident leading both direct and indirect teams in a fast-paced environment
·Experience within food manufacturing or FMCG is essential
·Previous responsibility for hygiene standards-either in a dedicated role or as part of a broader operational management position
·Ability to influence, coordinate, and bring together multiple departments
·High-risk or chilled food experience would be beneficial but not essential