Apply for Plant Manager at an International FMCG Company – Adexen Recruitment Agency Full Time

We the International FMCG Company – Adexen Recruitment Agency are presently recruiting to fill the vacant position of Plant Manager and by this notice all qualified members of the public are expected to apply as quick as possible

Job Title: Plant Manager

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities of the plant
• To lead the manufacturing function of the Plant and ensure that all KPIs are delivered in terms of: Volume, Efficiency, Cost and Quality.
• He will be expected to implement a best practice manufacturing methodology, promote a culture of Predictive and Preventative maintenance that would ensure continuous improvements in all production aspects within the plant and will introduce Systems, Processes and Automation designed to provide accurate, timely and meaningful Reports.
• Ensure the preparation of the Plant Manufacturing Business Plan.
• Prepare the annual manufacturing KPIs for the plant: Volume, efficiency, yields, cost and quality.
• Establish an effective Maintenance Management System in the plant and ensure its strict implementation.
• Review and evaluate results against plan for the plant.
• Ensure that corrective action is taken to address adverse variances.
• Lead change and transformation agenda across the plant.
• Develop short/medium term manufacturing plans to ensure that manufacturing capacity and capability can meet the projected sales volume for the plant.
• Develop programs to improve plant performance.
• Ensure that CAPEX projects within the plant, are executed within set timelines and budgets.
• Ensure adherence to the highest Quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety requirements.
• Build an effective team-based environment and motivate employees to optimize their performance within the plant.
• Build a strong and efficient organization manufacturing capability at the plant, particularly the engineering capability by building a solid pipeline for key technical positions.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferably from a recognised univeristy or Technical Institute.
• 15 years of technical experience with a large food & beverages company, of which at least 10 years in a senior manufacturing position.
• Solid technical background & understanding of the beverages industry.
• Will have a proven track record in managing a large FMCG plant.
• Previous experience in emerging markets / Africa / Nigeria will be a plus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Note: We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.