Plant Manager at ARN Foods Limited
ARN Foods Limited is a fast-growing, dynamic agricultural commodity trading and food processing company based in Nigeria. Originally incorporated as A.R.N Farms Limited, the company rebranded to transition from a local farming and trading business into a major pan-African agribusiness player.Department: Operations / Production
Reports To: Managing Director
Role Summary
ARN Foods Limited is seeking a highly experienced Plant Manager to lead and optimise its rice mill operations. The role involves overseeing end-to-end production, ensuring efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the plant.
Key Responsibilities
Manage full rice mill operations (paddy intake, parboiling, drying, milling, polishing, grading, and packaging).
â Deliver production targets while ensuring cost efficiency and minimal waste.
â Maintain strict quality standards and compliance with NAFDAC, SON, and export requirements.
â Oversee plant maintenance to minimise downtime and improve equipment performance.
â Coordinate with procurement, supply chain, and logistics for seamless operations.
â Enforce HSE standards and promote a strong safety culture.
Lead and develop plant teams, ensuring high performance and accountability.
Monitor KPIs (output, recovery rate, downtime, cost efficiency) and report to management.
Qualification/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
8–12 years’ experience, with at least 5 years in senior-level FMCG factory or plant management.
Strong expertise in rice mill commissioning, operations, and machinery.
Proven experience managing large-scale production facilities.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with production planning, maintenance systems, and quality control.
Familiarity with ERP systems and plant automation tools.
Core Competencies
Operational Excellence & Process Optimisation
Leadership & Team Management
Cost Control & Efficiency Management
Strategic Thinking & Execution
Strong Analytical & Decision-Making Skills