Production Manager at Kachelan Pharma-Research Limited

• This is a full-time, on-site Production Manager role based in Abeokuta.
• The Production Manager will oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in line with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Responsibilities include planning and organizing production schedules, allocating resources, supervising production staff, and monitoring equipment performance.
• The role involves implementing and maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), driving continuous improvement initiatives, and coordinating closely with quality assurance, R&D, supply chain, and maintenance teams.
• The Production Manager will also prepare production reports, manage inventory of raw materials and finished products, support audits and inspections, and foster a culture of safety, collaboration, and accountability on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Strong production planning, scheduling, and workflow management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising manufacturing teams, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, GMP, quality control principles, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Competence in using production management tools, basic data analysis, and reporting to track efficiency, yield, and downtime.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including identifying root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, with experience implementing and enforcing safety procedures and training.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Production Management, or a related field; advanced qualifications are an advantage.
• Previous experience in pharmaceutical, agro-pharmaceutical, or related process manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to work on-site in Abeokuta, demonstrate reliability, and adapt to a fast-paced, target-driven production setting.