Factory Operations Manager

An established company is recruiting for the following position. Position Overview:

• Our client is seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to lead and optimize end-to-end factory operations.

• The role is responsible for ensuring efficient production, cost control, quality compliance, equipment reliability, and effective workforce management while meeting business and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities: Operations & Production Management:

• Oversee daily factory operations to achieve production targets and delivery timelines.

• Coordinate production planning, manpower allocation, and equipment utilization

• Monitor operational performance and address production bottlenecks promptly.

• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Quality & Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with NAFDAC, SON, and other applicable regulatory standards.

• Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and internal quality controls.

• Support regulatory inspections, audits, and product registrations.

• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.

Maintenance & Utilities Management:

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of machines and utilities.

• Manage factory utilities including generators, power supply, water, and compressed air.

• Minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan through effective maintenance planning.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

• Enforce safety rules, use of PPE, and HSE procedures across the factory.

• Conduct incident investigations and implement preventive measures.

People & Performance Management:

• Lead, supervise, and develop supervisors, technicians, and factory operators.

• Manage shift schedules, attendance, discipline, and performance reviews.

• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Cost Control & Reporting:

• Control production costs, wastage, energy consumption, and overheads.

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

• Identify and implement cost-saving and efficiency improvement initiatives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production output vs approved plan.

• Overall factory efficiency and machine uptime.

• Downtime due to equipment failure.

• Wastage and yield variance.

• Cost per unit produced.

• Quality defect rate and customer complaints.

• Compliance and audit outcomes (NAFDAC/SON).