Assembly Plant Production Manager at Oasis Africa Consulting Limited

Oasis Africa Consulting Limited - Our client, a diversified solution provider with a broad portfolio in Power Generation, Electrical Infrastructures, Industrial Equipment, Elevators & Escalators, Home appliances and HVAC is currently beefing up its team

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assembly Plant Production Manager

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Descriptions

• Ensure planning, coordination and control of manufacturing processes of Client Factory.
• Supervise and direct manufacturing employees and processes to ensure efficient and on-time production schedules in accordance with customer, industry, quality, and organizational requirements.
• Plan, organize and control production unit and ensure that goods are produced efficiently, on time, within budget and to standard.
• Manage factory in accordance with Company’s policies and manufacturing procedures, including personnel, materials, equipment and tooling.
• Manage production work routine (start, close, breaks, overtime, vacation, absenteeism, discipline, shift pattern).
• Maintain production work flow by monitoring steps of the process to meet specifications and deadlines; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring employees and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Manage the inventory to ensure that Client always has the supply needed to complete production quotas quickly and efficiently, place orders when necessary in advance so inventory is restocked before depletion.
• Prepare and participate in Inventory Control Audits and manage all idle stocks.
• Monitor & achieve efficiency improvement, quality and machine capability targets.
• Confirm weekly production plan, ensure material is available and return material surplus to Stores.
• Monitor tooling list, ensure availability and fit for purpose and make sure Torque tooling is calibrated and used where specified. 
• Plan and organizes production schedules, assess project and resource requirements, determine quality control standards, manage production processes and ensure that the production is cost effective.
• Audit QA checklist for content, accuracy & completion and ensure section awareness and understanding of Quality Control Manual. Complete sample PDI Quality Checks.
• Re-negotiate timescales or production schedules as necessary, select, order and purchase materials.
• Estimate, negotiate and agree budgets and timescales with clients and managers.
• Organize the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment. Manage weekly preventative maintenance program adherence and report equipment breakdown immediately.
• Monitor Quarantine area and log in each section and is accountable for minimum WIP in Lister STC Quarantine area.
• Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning employees; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
• Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards and health and safety regulations.
• Ensure operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.
• Create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and employee requirements; implementing change.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by educating and directing employees on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain working relationship with the union by following the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Act as representative on management teams and projects and ensure appropriate technical documentation is always available when needed.

Qualifications

• BE. in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Electro-Mechanical, Electrical, Welding & Fabrication Engineering or equivalent or any other Technical Field. PMP, MSc, MBA or ME is a must.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of proven work experience in an Industrial/ Manufacturing environment. Experience in a Unionized environment is a plus.

Competencies:

• Able to track and manage budget expenses
• Strong financial planning knowledge
• Deep knowledge of production management procedures and principles
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
• Strong knowledge of Budgeting concepts
• Experience in reporting on key production metrics
• Outstanding communication ability
• Superior organizational and leaderships skills
• Strong ability to meet deadlines with high attention to detail
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
• Knowledge of quality systems and standards
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques
• Knowledge of business, finance and management principles
• Knowledge of human resource principles and practices
• Knowledge of machines and tools
• Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices
• Critical thinker with strong problem solving skills
• Outstanding planning and organizing skills
• Strong co-ordination and control skills
• Able to manage conflicts and worker under high pressure

Salary and Benefits
Pay/benefits are competitive based on industry standards

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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