Production Lead at Oludidit

Role Overview

• The incumbent will supervise the installation and repair of parts on the press machines; as needed, along with testing inks to ensure the end product meets the needs of our customers.

Job Duties / Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Operate machinery and maintain the printing press, ensuring product specifications and deadlines are met
• Check printed material for proper compliance with design concept, colour and other aesthetics
• Establish printing press quality through pulling proof copies.
• Oversee preventative maintenance, repairs and modifications on machinery
• Ensure proper maintenance, safety, and functionality of all equipment
• Handle and oversee the production of printed materials, as well as the packaging process, to ensure it meets approved specifications and is ready on schedule
• Develop and maintain quality management processes, to guarantee approved quality and excellence for every product
• Troubleshooting equipment issues
• Ensure the production unit adheres to relevant health and safety regulations when operating machinery and handling products
• Ensure work areas and production floor clean and free from hazardous material
• Ensure the production unit adheres to operational procedures and production timelines
• Carry out periodic stock checks to ensure proper storage and prevent damage
• Work with the Operations team to create production budget and expense reports as needed, and track same- submitting monthly operations reports to the operations lead
• Research best practices and innovations in product development and manufacture
• Consistently research cost-effective options for production processes
• Supervise and coordinate work schedules of the production team, and ad-hoc team, to ensure excellent and prompt service delivery.

Professional Requirements

• HND in relevant field
• In-depth understanding of basic printing technologies
• Minimum of 4 years proven work experience in similar role
• Proficiency in operating relevant materials and machinery
• Relevant training and/or certifications
• Ability to interpret and understand complex design concepts.

Key Competencies / Skills:

• Keen attention to detail
• A creative mind
• Excellent physical strength and stamina
• Excellent time-management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi task effectively
• Planning and organizing skills.

Managerial Skills:

• Ability to lead and manage a team
• Strong work and business ethics
• Excellent supervisory skills