Factory Manager in Ikorodu, Lagos

Job Description

We are hiring:
Job title: Factory Manager
Industry: FMCG/Agro-Allied
Location: Ikorodu, Lagos

Requirements:
Technical Skills:
•Knowledge of RPET Processing: Deep understanding of the recycling process, including sorting, Washing, SSP, and reforming processes.
•Process Optimization: Skills in optimizing manufacturing processes for efficiency, including familiarity with OEE, 5S methodology, and SMED.
•Quality Management: Expertise in quality control measures, understanding of statistical process control, and ability to implement CAPA (Process Capability Performance Index) effectively.
Financial Acumen:
•Budget Management: Ability to manage and adhere to budgets, with skills in cost reduction and financial analysis to improve cost per unit metrics.
Regulatory and Environmental Knowledge:
•Compliance: Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety regulations applicable to the manufacturing and recycling of PET materials.
•Sustainability: Commitment to reducing environmental impact, improving energy efficiency, and reducing carbon footprint.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
•Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
•Innovation Management: Ability to foster an innovative environment where new ideas and improvement initiatives are encouraged and implemented.
Managerial and Soft Skills:
•Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage diverse teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
* Problem-solving: Excellent problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and improve process efficiency.
•Communication: Effective communication skills to liaise with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
Customer and Market Orientation:
•Customer Satisfaction: Skills in managing and enhancing customer satisfaction through quality products and timely delivery.
•Market Awareness: Understanding of the market dynamics and customer requirements specific to the RPET industry.
Educational Background:
•Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering, or related fields to understand the technical aspects of RPET manufacturing processes.
•Management or Business Studies: Additional qualifications in management or business studies can be beneficial for understanding the economic and organizational aspects of factory management.
Professional Experience:
•Experience in Manufacturing: Several years of experience in a manufacturing environment, in RPET, to understand the specific challenges and opportunities in this industry.
•Leadership Roles: Proven experience in leadership roles, demonstrating the ability to manage teams, and projects, and achieve performance targets.
•Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the RPET manufacturing plant.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to jobs@kennediaconsulting.net no later than 5th October