Production Manager

• The ideal candidate must have substantial hands-on experience in plastic manufacturing, proven managerial capabilities and a strong understanding of production planning, machine operations, manpower management, quality control and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily production activities to ensure production targets are achieved within established timelines.
• Manage production operations across assigned manufacturing units, ensuring efficient utilization of machines, materials, manpower and other resources.
• Develop production schedules in line with sales demand, inventory availability and delivery commitments.
• Supervise production supervisors, team leaders, machine operators and other production personnel to ensure effective performance and accountability.
• Monitor machine performance, production output, downtime, rejects, rework and material wastage, implementing corrective measures where necessary.
• Ensure proper control and utilization of raw materials, including timely issuance, consumption monitoring and reconciliation against production output.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Department to minimize machine breakdowns, reduce avoidable downtime and ensure timely preventive maintenance.
• Ensure products meet established quality standards and collaborate with the Quality Control Department to investigate and resolve recurring defects.
• Enforce production procedures, safety standards, housekeeping requirements and operational discipline across production areas.
• Identify production bottlenecks, investigate operational inefficiencies and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and submit accurate production reports covering output, machine utilization, downtime, material consumption, rejects and manpower performance.
• Monitor workforce productivity, coordinate shift activities and ensure adequate manpower deployment to meet production requirements.
• Collaborate with Stores, Maintenance, Quality Control, Human Resources and other departments to ensure smooth production operations.
• Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement and efficient use of resources while maintaining product quality.
• Ensure production activities comply with company policies, operational procedures and applicable health and safety requirements.

Requirements and Qualifications

• B.Sc./HND in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Technology or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of practical experience in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• At least 3 years of proven experience in a managerial role overseeing production teams or manufacturing operations.
• Strong practical knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes, particularly injection moulding and/or blow moulding.
• Demonstrated experience managing production targets, machine utilization, production planning, material consumption and manpower deployment.
• Proven ability to identify and reduce machine downtime, material wastage, production defects and avoidable operational costs.
• Strong understanding of production quality standards, preventive maintenance coordination, workplace safety and housekeeping.
• Ability to analyze production data, prepare operational reports and use production performance indicators to drive improvement.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, communication and organizational skills.
• High level of accountability, discipline, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and production reporting systems will be an advantage.
• Applicants must currently reside in Onitsha or its environs, or be fully willing to relocate to and reside in Onitsha, Anambra State.
• Candidates who are unwilling to work on-site in Onitsha should not apply.

Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate is a hands-on production leader who understands the practical demands of plastic manufacturing, can manage multiple production teams, consistently achieve production targets, improve machine efficiency, minimize waste and maintain high product quality.
• Candidates with experience limited to general production supervision without substantial plastic manufacturing experience and managerial responsibility will not be suitable for this role.