Production Manager at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Production Manager who will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing daily production activities to ensure the efficient, cost-effective, and timely manufacturing of FMCG products.
• The role ensures compliance with quality standards, food safety regulations, and health and safety requirements, while optimizing people, processes, and equipment to meet business targets.

Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations:

• Plan, organize, and control daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules in line with demand forecasts.
• Ensure uninterrupted production flow while meeting volume, quality, and cost targets.
• Optimize machine utilization, manpower deployment, and material usage.
• Monitor production output and take corrective actions to address deviations.

Quality, Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and GMP requirements.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory bodies such as NAFDAC, SON, and other applicable standards.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies on the shop floor.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and rework.

People Management:

• Supervise and lead production supervisors, line leaders, and operators.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and on-the-job training.
• Foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and accountability on the shop floor.
• Ensure adequate manpower planning and effective shift management.

Cost & Efficiency Management:

• Control production costs, including labor, raw materials, utilities, and consumables.
• Drive efficiency improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and waste reduction.
• Support budgeting and cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with management.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Escalate production risks, breakdowns, or shortages promptly with appropriate solutions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output vs. plan (% achievement).
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Downtime and production loss hours.
• Yield and waste reduction percentage.
• Cost per unit produced.
• Defect rate/rejection rate.
• Compliance with quality and safety audits.
• On-time order fulfillment rate.
• Employee productivity per shift.
• Incident and accident rate on the shop floor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, process optimization, and shop floor management.
• Experience working with automated or semi-automated production lines.
• Knowledge of GMP, HSE standards, and Nigerian regulatory requirements (NAFDAC/SON).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Good analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic ERP systems.