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Hygiene Team Leader Permanent Role (40 Hours per Week)Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Aspired Talent are recruiting on behalf of a leading global food manufacturerWe are supporting a well-established international food manufacturer as they expand their operations in Buckingham for 2025. As part of this growth, we are recruiting a Hygiene Team Leader to join their new night-shift operations team.This is a hands-on leadership role where you will ensure high standards of hygiene, safety, and food quality across the site, while leading and developing a small team of Hygiene Operatives.Key DetailsDirect Reports: 2 x Hygiene OperatorsSalary: 33,000 + 25% shift allowanceShift: Monday to Friday, 22:00 06:00Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week (includes paid break)Your MissionAs the Hygiene Team Leader, you will oversee all nightly hygiene activities to ensure cleaning tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with food safety standards. You will allocate work, champion food safety, support audits, and lead investigations into hygiene-related non-conformances.You will also act as the senior point of contact on night shift, representing the site professionally and delivering clear handovers to day teams.What You Will DoLead and Develop Your TeamSupervise and support Hygiene OperatorsDrive engagement, performance, and continuous improvementEnsure Compliance and SafetyMaintain high hygiene, allergen-control, and safety standardsEnsure all activities are fully traceable and audit-readyManage the Cleaning ScheduleAllocate cleaning tasks and monitor completionEnsure all work is thorough and delivered on timeChampion Food SafetyTrain your team on contamination risks and safe working practicesInvestigate and Resolve IssuesLead investigations into hygiene-related non-conformancesImplement corrective and preventive actionsCollaborate Across TeamsWork with Production, Quality, Engineering, and R&DSupport internal and external auditsAct as Night-Shift LeadRepresent the site in emergencies or external interactionsProvide concise and consistent handoversWhat Were Looking ForYou will thrive in this role if you demonstrate:Strong customer and colleague focusEffective collaboration and teamworkClear, confident communicationA commitment to continuous improvementDrive, resilience, and accountabilityIV. Educational & Experience RequirementsFood Safety Level 2 EssentialHACCP Level 2 EssentialAllergen Awareness EssentialChemical Awareness EssentialPPT EssentialFLT EssentialFirst Aid at Work EssentialIOSH EssentialAt least 23 years experience in the food industry or FMCG EssentialConfident and competent user of SAPConfident and competent user of Applied Principles xjdpvnf Confident user of computers and new technologyGood written and verbal communication skillsProven team player, able to work collaboratively at all levels and build partnerships with cross-functional teamsExcellent attention to detail, methodical approach, and strong organisational skillsTeam Leader/Management Level 3 EssentialLean Manufacturing Level 2 DesirableWhat Youll ReceiveThis role offers long-term stability, development opportunities, and a strong benefits package, including:Competitive salary with annual reviewAnnual bonus schemeGenerous pension contributionPrivate medical insuranceUp to 5 weeks annual leave, with buy/sell optionsEnhanced sick payLearning and development programmesWellbeing support initiativesLife assurance and income protectionHigh street discounts and reward schemesCycle to Work schemeMonthly employee recognition awards