• Application Deadline:
• Position: Factory Operations Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 8 - 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Manufacturing 
  
  

Job Description

• Our client is seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for driving production efficiency, maintaining high quality and safety standards, optimizing plant performance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.


• Candidates must have a proven track record in the construction chemicals, building materials, or related manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all factory operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and operational objectives are achieved.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, improve process efficiency, and optimize manufacturing costs.


• Oversee production planning, inventory management, and resource allocation to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations.


• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.


• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), quality, and regulatory standards across all plant operations.


• Lead, mentor, and develop production, engineering, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams to deliver high performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.


• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.


• 8–10 years' experience in manufacturing within the construction industry


• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior factory, plant, or operations management role.


• Chemical Manufacturing / Construction industry experience


• Strong knowledge of production planning, process manufacturing, industrial automation, quality systems, and maintenance management.


• Proven experience managing factory operations, production budgets, cross-functional teams, and continuous improvement projects.


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