Manufacturing Operations Manager – Kogi State at Dangote

The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:

Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation

Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.

The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacting Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing process, including extrusion, printing, lamination, and slitting. Optimizing plant efficiency, ensuring product quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Managing costs, resources, and personnel, while maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Prepare and execute annual business plans and budgets of the factory.
Oversee end-to-end production of PP woven sacks (extrusion, weaving, lamination, printing, cutting, stitching).
Manage the Factory budget, reduce production costs, and drive profitability at the Factory level.
Ensure optimal plant capacity utilization and efficiency.
Minimize downtime and reduce waste through lean manufacturing practices.
Maintain quality standards aligned with industry requirements.
Ensure preventive maintenance programs are implemented effectively.
Lead, motivate, and train a diverse workforce, including production managers and operators.
Ensure a safe working environment, including compliance with environmental regulations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education and Work Experience

HND / bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Polymer / Chemical / Industrial).
15+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in woven sacks or plastics. At least 5 years in a senior leadership role with P&L responsibility.

Functional Competencies

Deep understanding of CPP film manufacturing processes, including extrusion, printing, lamination, and slitting.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage performance, and drive continuous improvement.
Ability to identify and resolve production bottlenecks, analyze data, and implement solutions.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.