Production Manager

We are looking for a talent to lead our prodcution team, the succesfull candidate will provide leadership for the production team overseeing achievement of production volumes, product quality & compliance, scheduling, waste & cost control, workplace safety/security/health.

The candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Organize to ensure that PRODUCTION PLANNING is maintained into the sales requirements in alliance with the PD / LOGISTIC / SALES and MARKETING.
• Effective utilization of the production equipment by adequate monitoring.
• Effective use of system information for monitoring stock / cost and yield on production lines
• Proven accountability through institution of regular stock count of raw, packaging and finished goods.
• Good Stock Handling (GSH) principle should be ensured for raw and packaging to improve and reduce losses.
• Daily Production volume performance to be monitored and daily reported to all stakeholders, to ensure the products availability.
• Ensure good GMP.
• Continuous improvement in operations performance efficiency e.g. man hour parameter through effective staff control.
• Ensure that HEALTH and SAFETY regulation and procedures are followed by the staff.
• Ensure that Staff are trained and are using the PPE equipment for the various operations where required.
• Ensure man and material are efficiently managed.
• Monitor and account for raw and packaging material usage.
• Ensures that purchases follow the company policy and procurement process.
• Investment expenses are within the investment budget allowances.

The ideal candidate should have:

• 10+ years manufacturing experience
• Experience with HAACP, GMPs, and good working knowledge of pest control standards and requirements
• Experience with food processing regulations and organic certification required.
• Manufacturing experience in a Food, Beverages, Chemical or related industry required.
• 4+ years experience in a significant leadership role in a plant required
• Experience in multiple pillars of TPM (Leadership, Organization Capability, Focused Improvement, Progressive Maintenance, Autonomous Maintenance, Early Management, Supply Chain, Quality and Safety) required.
• Change Management skills required.
• Business, Analytical and Financial Acumen Required.
• Experience in a beverage bottling manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills required.

FanMilk Nigeria (a Danone Company) is producing and distributing healthy food to as many people as possible across the West Africa region. In line with Danones One Planet, One Health vision which reflects a strong belief that the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected, we aim at inspiring healthy and more sustainable eating and drinking practices.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embeded in FanMilk Nigerias DNA, representing our core values and beliefs. We embrace diversity as a driving force for positive change, nuturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued.

We look forward to welcoming you as a valued member of our team.