Moulding Manager at BIC Nigeria

Main Responsibilities 

• In general, manage and optimize the production of the Injection Workshop through: Improvement of production technical resources & Enhancement of productivity.

Production:

• Ensure the overall production of the workshop by making sure that raw materials and/or components are available at the workstations.
• Provide the human and technical resources necessary to achieve production targets.
• Organize workflows and workstations through:
• Establishing and monitoring workshop production schedules.
• Designing performance monitoring tools to regularly track production output and employee productivity.
• Ensure compliance with production deadlines.
• Collaborate on the launch of new products.
• Participate in investments related to new machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Take part in inventory operations.
• Contribute to the technical training of new employees (setters and machine operators).
• Lead housekeeping and cleaning activities for production equipment and the injection workshop.

Quality (in partnership with the Quality Department):

• Apply and enforce manufacturing procedures.
• Participate in the preparation of certification documentation.
• Propose corrective actions to reduce defects and non-conformities.
• Manage quality issues and non-conforming products.

Maintenance (in partnership with the Maintenance Department):

• Ensure the continuous proper operating condition of the workshop's machine fleet and promote the correct use of auxiliary equipment and molds.

Safety (in partnership with the Safety Manager):

• Apply and enforce all safety instructions and procedures.
• Participate in the implementation of actions aimed at reducing workplace risks.
• Monitor and verify safety levels on machines (injection molding presses and auxiliary equipment).

Personnel Management:

• Assign tasks to workshop operators and setters according to the production schedule.
• Manage and organize employees’ working time within the workshop.
• Maintain discipline and a satisfactory working environment.
• Ensure the onboarding and integration of new employees (training on workstation operations, workshop procedures, and company practices).
• Evaluate employee performance and versatility (multi-skilling).

Quality Management System:

• Ensure the implementation and application of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Manage the assigned process.
• Implement and monitor the continuous improvement plan related to the process under responsibility.

Environment:

• Participate in the assessment of significant environmental aspects related to molding operations and implement action plans to reduce their impact.
• Ensure that production activities comply with applicable environmental regulations.
• Ensure that production equipment is used appropriately and in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Encourage and promote environmental awareness among employees involved in molding operations.

Required Skills and Professional Experience

• Degree: BSC or Higher National Technician Diploma in Plastics Processing (Plasturgy), Mechanical engineering or related field 
• 8 to 10 years of experience in a similar position within an industrial environment, preferably in a multinational company operating in the plastics industry.
• Strong knowledge of plastics processing techniques.
• Knowledge of injection molding machine setup and adjustment techniques, including single-material and multi-material molds.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with strong synthesis capabilities.
• Ability to manage challenging workplace situations.
• Team-oriented approach with strong vertical and cross-functional collaboration skills.