Shift Production Manager at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC – Lagos

FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc is recruiting a Shift Production Manager in Lagos to lead manufacturing operations during assigned shifts. The position is accountable for safe production, food quality, cost control, team performance and achievement of operational targets.

Key responsibilities

• Direct shift activities to meet production plans, output, quality, safety and cost objectives.
• Maintain food safety, Good Manufacturing Practice, environmental and operational compliance across the production line.
• Lead, coach and support shift teams, promoting ownership and continuous improvement.
• Track output, OEE, downtime, waste, productivity and other manufacturing indicators.
• Deploy labour, equipment, materials and utilities effectively to minimise production losses.
• Investigate root causes of operational issues, introduce corrective actions and coordinate reliable shift reporting and handovers.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Industrial Chemistry, Production Management or a related discipline.
• Five to eight years of relevant FMCG, food, beverage, dairy or manufacturing experience, including at least three years leading production teams in shift operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, GMP, quality systems, TPM, Lean Manufacturing and HSE standards.
• Experience managing schedules, people and plant performance, with strong leadership, analytical and communication abilities.