Production Manager at Elizabeth Maddeux

Elizabeth Maddeux Limited was established to address the human resource challenges faced by small and medium-scale enterprises. Our goal is to facilitate organizational growth by providing comprehensive human resource services. We specialize in industries such as banking and non-banking financial institutions, pharmaceuticals, fast-moving consumer goods, manufacturing, fintechs, telecommunications, and retail.Our client, a reputable FMCG manufacturing company in Abuja, is seeking an experienced production
manager who will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing daily production
activities to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely manufacturing of FMCG products. The role
ensures compliance with quality standards, food safety regulations, and health & safety
requirements while optimizing people, processes, and equipment to meet business targets.

Key Responsibilities
1. Production & Operations
● Plan, organize, and control daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules in line with
demand forecasts.
● Ensure uninterrupted production flow while meeting volume, quality, and cost targets.
● Optimize machine utilization, manpower deployment, and material usage.
● Monitor production output and take corrective actions to address deviations.
2. Quality, Safety & Compliance
● Ensure adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and GMP requirements.
● Maintain compliance with regulatory bodies such as NAFDAC, SON, and other applicable
standards.
● Enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies on the shop floor.
● Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, waste, and rework.
3. People Management
● Supervise and lead production supervisors, line leaders, and operators.
● Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and on-the-job training.
● Foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and accountability on the shop floor.
● Ensure adequate manpower planning and shift management.
4. Cost & Efficiency Management
● Control production costs including labor, raw materials, utilities, and consumables.
● Drive efficiency improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and waste reduction.
● Support budgeting and cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with management.
5. Reporting & Coordination
● Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
● Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth
operations.
● Escalate production risks, breakdowns, or shortages promptly with solutions.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
● Production output vs. plan (% achievement).
● Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
● Downtime and production loss hours.
● Yield and waste reduction percentage.
● Cost per unit produced.
● Defect rate / rejection rate.
● Compliance with quality and safety audits.
● On-time order fulfillment rate.
● Employee productivity per shift.
● Incident and accident rate on the shop floor.

Qualifications & Experience
● Bachelor’s degree or HND in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Food Science &Technology,
Chemical Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a
supervisory or managerial role.
● Strong knowledge of production planning, process optimization, and shop floor
management.
● Experience working with automated or semi-automated production lines.
● Knowledge of GMP, HSE standards, and Nigerian regulatory requirements (NAFDAC/SON).

Skills & Competencies
● Strong leadership and people management skills.
● Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
● Good analytical and reporting skills.
● Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
● Strong communication and coordination skills.
● Proficiency in MS Excel and basic ERP systems.

What We Offer
● Competitive salary.
● Training and professional development opportunities.
● Career growth in a performance-driven FMCG Company.
● Supportive team culture and enabling environment.