Robert Walters – Our client is a leading integrated foods company whose primary activity is the creation of superior value from local raw materials to produce and deliver quality brands in the animal feed & edible oils.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Technical & Manufacturing (Food & Edible Oil)

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is looking for a Head, Technical & Manufacturing with in-depth knowledge of manufacturing principles, processes, and technologies with experience of running ‘Edible Oil Extraction’ and Feed Mill Production (Poultry, Fish and Dog Food) is VITAL to join their team.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that align with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing department, including production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability targets are consistently met or exceeded.
• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure that manufactured products meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, procurement, and logistics, to ensure seamless coordination and communication throughout the manufacturing
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement strategies to optimize production workflows, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency.
• Manage and develop a high-performing manufacturing team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, marketing, and finance, to align manufacturing activities with sales forecasts, demand planning, and budgetary constraints.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, industry standards, and quality management systems, such as ISO certifications.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in manufacturing, and actively seek opportunities to leverage new technologies or methodologies to improve manufacturing processes.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.