H & Y Furniture Manufacturers is a lifestyle design and space enhancement company dedicated to improving the lives of people wherever they live, work or play. As a full service furniture manufacturing company in Lagos Nigeria, we specialize in designing, manufacturing and installing modular furniture for all kinds of spaces – business, educational and residential projects.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Operations Manager

Location: Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager for our factory in Ikorodu.
• The successful candidate will plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee all manufacturing processes across departments, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and adherence to quality standards.
• The role also involves providing strong leadership and guidance to the production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plans, set performance targets, and prepare operational budgets to align with company goals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, organize workflows, and evaluate production schedules to meet customer expectations and deadlines. Operate CNC machines and other factory equipment.
• Build a strong rapport with the production team, promote a positive, safe, and productive work environment, and set clear performance expectations.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and minimize rework costs.
• Recommend measures to reduce waste, improve production practices, and enhance equipment effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures (HSE).
• Provide overall guidance and direction for factory operations and lead the production team.
• Perform routine maintenance on factory equipment and escalate issues as needed to ensure no production downtime.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Master’s degree (M.Sc., MBA) or PMP certification is desirable.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience, with at least 7 years in a senior managerial role, preferably in a furniture manufacturing environment.
• Experience with furniture machinery, particularly CNC machines.
• Strong strategic and operational orientation.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2024.