Graduate Trainee

Reliable Plastic was incorporated on April 28th, 1998. We have been committed to providing the best quality products to our customers since its inception. Apart from the outstanding service that is provided, consumers are sure to be completely satisfied with the end product. Reliable Plastic promises to use only quality material for your product. Everything is done in-house with the company and therefore is your one-stop shop for product manufacturing. The difference is our service! We stand behind our products and provide the best, most comprehensive ongoing customer service. We take the time to learn about your needs and work with you to provide the best fastening solutions for your specific application and welcome orders requiring our custom fabrication services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Graduate Trainee (Production Supervisor)

Location: Onitsha, Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time
Relocation: Willingness to relocate to Onitsha is required
Industry: Plastic Manufacturing

About the Role

• We are seeking a motivated, disciplined, and career-driven graduate to join our Production Team as a Graduate Trainee – Production Supervisor.
• The successful candidate will undergo practical training and gain hands-on experience in production operations, workforce supervision, production planning, quality control, safety compliance, machine operations, production reporting, and process improvement within a fast-paced plastic manufacturing environment.
• This opportunity is ideal for a graduate who wants to build a long-term career in Production Management, Manufacturing Operations, and Industrial Supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily production activities and production personnel.
• Support the effective deployment and coordination of production workers.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to established standards and targets.
• Assist in ensuring production targets, quality requirements, and operational deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor workers' attendance, punctuality, productivity, and compliance with company policies.
• Support the identification and reporting of production abnormalities, machine downtime, material wastage, and process inefficiencies.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and adherence to health, safety, and operational procedures.
• Assist with production records, reports, shift handovers, and other operational documentation.
• Work closely with Quality Control, Maintenance, Warehouse, and other departments to ensure smooth production operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, downtime, and production losses.
• Carry out other production-related duties assigned by the Production Manager/Supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Engineering, Industrial Production, Manufacturing, Sciences, or a related discipline.
• NYSC must be completed; candidates awaiting NYSC completion will not be considered.
• 0–2 years of work experience, preferably with some exposure to supervisory, production, manufacturing, or factory operations.
• Previous experience in a plastic manufacturing company as a Production Supervisor, Assistant Supervisor, Factory Helper, Production Trainee, or similar role will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of basic production and manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and team-coordination skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet production targets.
• Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to prepare simple reports.
• Must be physically and mentally prepared to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be willing to relocate to and work in Onitsha, Anambra State.

Who We Are Looking For:

• We are looking for a graduate who is proactive, hardworking, disciplined, teachable, and passionate about manufacturing.
• The ideal candidate must be willing to learn, take responsibility, supervise people effectively, and grow with the organization.

What We Offer

• Structured on-the-job training and practical exposure to manufacturing operations.
• Opportunity to develop into a competent Production Supervisor/Production Management professional.
• Exposure to modern production processes and factory operations.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced production and management personnel.
• Opportunities for career growth based on performance and competence.
• A challenging and rewarding environment for ambitious young professionals.