System House Supervisor (Castor Oil & Chemical Systems)

Position Overview

Vitafoam Nigeria Plc is venturing into a pioneering line of business: Castor Oil Production and Bio-Polyol Processing. We are seeking a technically proficient System House Supervisor to lead the extraction and refining operations.

This role is responsible for overseeing the transformation of castor seeds into high-grade oil and managing the subsequent chemical system production used in polyurethane applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the mechanical extraction (pressing) and chemical refining processes to ensure high-yield castor oil production
• Lead the blending and production of chemical "systems" (polyol blends) ensuring the refined oil meets specifications for foam production
• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for oil degumming, neutralization, and bleaching
• Conduct laboratory tests to monitor acidity, iodine value, and viscosity of the oil and chemical systems
• Monitor raw material (castor seed) input versus oil output to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of extraction presses, filtration systems, and chemical reactor vessels
• Ensure the System House operates under strict Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards, particularly regarding chemical reactions and high-temperature refining

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: OND or HND in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Technology, or Industrial Chemistry
• Minimum of 5 years total experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment
• At least 2–3 years of direct experience in Oil Refining or Oil Seed Extraction
• Deep understanding of oil processing stages (pressing, refining, and filtration)
• Familiarity with chemical system formulation and quality assurance protocols