• Application Deadline:
• Position: Production Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 - 8 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Manufacturing 
  
  

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Production Manager to oversee and manage the company's day-to-day manufacturing operations.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and controlling production activities to ensure that products are manufactured efficiently, safely, consistently and in line with established quality standards.


• The role will oversee production personnel, raw materials, equipment, production schedules, process controls and manufacturing output, while working closely with the Quality Control, Procurement, Maintenance, Warehouse and R&D teams.


• The ideal candidate should have strong experience in food manufacturing, food ingredients, spices, seasonings, blending or related FMCG production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management:

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily production activities.


• Ensure production targets are achieved within approved timelines and budgets.


• Develop production schedules based on customer demand, inventory levels and available resources.


• Monitor production processes to ensure consistent output and product quality.


• Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, machinery, raw materials and other production resources.


• Identify production bottlenecks and implement appropriate corrective actions.


• Monitor production output, efficiency, downtime and production losses.


• Ensure all production activities are properly documented.

Manufacturing Process & Quality:

• Ensure production processes are carried out according to approved SOPs and work instructions.


• Maintain consistency in the production of spices, seasonings, food blends and other manufactured products.


• Work closely with the Quality Control team to ensure products meet established specifications.


• Ensure proper control of critical production parameters such as weighing, blending, mixing, processing and packaging.


• Investigate production-related quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.


• Ensure proper handling and storage of raw materials and finished products.


• Minimize product contamination, wastage, rework and production losses.

Raw Material & Inventory Coordination:

• Work with Procurement and Warehouse teams to ensure the timely availability of production materials.


• Monitor raw material consumption against production requirements.


• Ensure proper weighing, issuance and utilization of raw materials.


• Investigate unusual material variances and wastage.


• Support inventory planning based on production schedules.


• Ensure proper batch identification and traceability of raw materials and finished products.

Production Team Management:

• Supervise production supervisors, operators, technicians and other production personnel.


• Allocate responsibilities and shifts according to production requirements.


• Set clear performance expectations and production targets for team members.


• Monitor attendance, productivity and adherence to production procedures.


• Train and develop production staff on operating procedures, quality requirements and safety practices.


• Promote discipline, teamwork and accountability within the production department.

Equipment & Maintenance:

• Ensure production equipment and machinery are properly operated and maintained.


• Coordinate with the Maintenance team to minimize equipment breakdown and production downtime.


• Ensure routine preventive maintenance is carried out according to schedule.


• Report equipment defects and maintenance requirements promptly.


• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for process or equipment improvement.


• Ensure production areas and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained.

Food Safety, GMP & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with applicable food safety, hygiene and manufacturing standards.


• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across the production floor.


• Ensure production personnel comply with hygiene and PPE requirements.


• Work with Quality Assurance to maintain HACCP and other food safety requirements.


• Ensure proper sanitation and cleaning procedures are followed.


• Support internal and external quality, food safety and regulatory audits.


• Ensure production records and documentation are complete and accurate.

Production Planning & Cost Control:

• Prepare production plans and schedules based on demand and available capacity.


• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.


• Reduce raw material wastage, product losses, downtime and unnecessary labour costs.


• Monitor production yield and material conversion rates.


• Recommend process improvements that can increase productivity and reduce operating costs.


• Provide management with regular updates on production performance.

Product Development & R&D Support:

• Work closely with the R&D and Technical teams during product trials and scale-up activities.


• Support the transition of new products from development into commercial production.


• Ensure new formulations can be produced consistently at commercial scale.


• Provide feedback on production challenges and process requirements during product development.


• Support trials, demonstrations and production validation where required.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management:

• Ensure a safe working environment across the production facility.


• Enforce compliance with company health and safety policies.


• Ensure appropriate PPE is available and properly used.


• Identify and report production-related hazards.


• Investigate accidents and incidents and recommend preventive measures.


• Ensure proper handling of chemicals, machinery and other potentially hazardous materials.

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly production reports.


• Monitor key production metrics and provide performance analysis to management.


• Track production volume, yield, wastage, downtime, efficiency and quality deviations.


• Maintain accurate production records and batch documentation.


• Provide recommendations for improving production capacity, efficiency and profitability.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output versus target


• Production efficiency


• Production yield


• Raw material utilization


• Reduction in production wastage


• Machine/equipment downtime


• On-time production completion


• Product quality compliance


• Batch consistency


• Production cost per unit


• Labour productivity


• GMP and food safety compliance


• Reduction in customer / product quality complaints.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Food Science & Technology, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology or a related field.


• 5–8 years of relevant experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, food ingredients or a related production environment.


• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial production role.


• Experience in spices, seasonings, food blends, sauces, dry ingredients or related food manufacturing will be highly advantageous.


• Strong understanding of food production processes and manufacturing principles.


• Good knowledge of GMP, HACCP, food safety and quality management systems.


• Experience managing production teams and shift-based operations.


• Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory control and process improvement.


• Ability to analyze production data and identify operational inefficiencies.


• Strong leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant production/inventory management systems