Production Manager at GIVO Africa

GIVO is a circular economy company, leveraging the use of technology to collect, process and upcycle plastic waste into valuable goods. We are a network of tech-enabled recycling centers with a manufacturing arm, where we make consumer and industrial products out of recyclables.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Production Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee all aspects of our recycling operations.
• The Production Manager will be responsible for managing production schedules, ensuring efficiencyand quality in production processes.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing or recycling operations and excellent leadership and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates a production schedule.
• Schedules regular maintenance for equipment.
• Discuss budget expectations with clients.
• Establish a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Purchase the required materials for production.
• Ensures all safety and health standards are met to keep an organization accident-free
• Communicates regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production
• Evaluatemachine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
• Sets productivity goals/targets and ensures the targets are met.
• Ensures adequate scheduling of staff
• Develops workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality
• Manage relationships with outside contractors and vendors to ensure that maintenance needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Manufacturing / Operations Management, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a Production role, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
• Good understanding of production processes, quality control principles, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices in manufacturing or recycling operations.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues with a variety of systems
• Excellent Communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and production management software.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment commonly used in maintenance work
• Passion for sustainability and environmental stewardship
• Industry experience is a must.

Benefits:

• Impactful work transforming the world
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth Opportunities
• Paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services)
• Employee Recognition

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2024.