• Application Deadline:
• Position: Operations Excellence Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 years



• Location Kogi




• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  
  

Job Summary

• We are a leading player in the manufacturing sector, committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability.


• We are expanding our team and looking for a qualified and experienced Ops Excellence Manager to lead operations at our Ajaokuta Plant.


• The role is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical systems within heavy equipment, specifically Cat excavators, pay loaders, trucks, and forklifts.


• This includes troubleshooting and maintaining the machinery to optimise performance, reduce downtime, and increase longevity.

Experience & Key Responsibilities

• Should have good exposure to the manufacturing footprint across the process


• Should have exposure to tools for OPS Excellence like Six Sigma, Fishbone, Gantt Chart, etc


• Should come from an engineering background.


• Should have an analytic mindset,


• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.


• Use diagnostic tools and software (e.g., CAT ET) to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures. Apply root cause analysis to resolve recurring issues and prevent future failures.


• Experience working with construction, mining, or logistics equipment, specifically Cat-brand machines like excavators, pay loaders, Sinotrucks, and Toyota/Liuogong forklifts.


• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-engineering personnel, including operators, technicians, and management.


• Supervisory and team management skills is a must.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical/Automobile Engineering


• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing/automobile environment


• Strong computer skills


• Analytical mindset with a techno-commercial approach


• Good communication and negotiation skills


• Proficient in English


• Languages Preferred: English (Fluency required)


• Should have good Excel knowledge and exposure to fleet/service management solutions.