Manufacturing Manager at BOGO Beverages

Purpose of the Role:

• The Manufacturing Manager has responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the plant from production & manufacturing and ensure policies & procedures are followed. He/she will develop & implement processes that maximize stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity. The incumbent will also drive continuous improvement & optimisation of all manufacturing processes.

Role and Responsibilities:

The Manufacturing Manager will be expected to:

•  Direct and manage all plant operations (including contract packaging) with overall responsibilities for production, maintenance, quality, and other production-related activities. 
• Coordinate plant activities through planning with departments’ managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely & cost-effective manner. 
• Establish & monitor overall plant performance for production & quality standards as well as manage capital asset maintenance. 
• Control & minimize labour overtime, and repair expenses. 
• Maintain existing plant facilities & equipment, replacing, or adjusting plant facilities & equipment when necessary. 
• Provide leadership & training for relevant staff to accomplish the business goals and objectives. 
• Implement & maintain preventative maintenance programs. 
• Demonstrate leadership, communication proficiency, decision making, problem solving & analysis, financial management, business acumen. 
• Quality Management Systems – Compliance with QMS standards protocol and procedures.
• NAFDAC – Knowledge of all regulatory activities and authorities as it relates to manufacturing. 
• Develop packaging component specifications & conduct performance tests of package designs. 
• Coordinate & communicate packaging material dimensions, determine appropriate markings & formats.

Qualifications & Skills requirement 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related field. 
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience. 
• 7+ years of supervisory/management experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Proven leadership skills. 
• Team player/builder and a driver of value-added results. 
• Good problem-solving abilities .
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, project planning, cost control and program management. 
• Experience in ISO and NAFDAC quality & standards preferred. 
• Experience in running manufacturing ERP. Acumatica will be an advantage. 
• Proven track record of success in implementing programs & business initiatives. 
• Ability to energize & develop all levels of the manufacturing team. 
• Strong interpersonal, communication skills, self-motivated & attention to detail.
• Well skilled in the areas of interpersonal relationship, negotiations, computer knowledge, innovations & drive.