Factory Head - Oil Seed Processing Industry at Noble-Eagle Industries Limited

Nobel-Eagle Industries Limited is a dynamic manufacturing powerhouse with a diverse portfolio spanning edible oils, bottled water, animal feeds, breakfast cereals, palm kernel oil, and seasoning cubes. Noble-Eagle is a formidable industrial entity that seamlessly integrates various production lines and delivers exceptional products that cater to the evolving needs of local and global markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Head - Oil Seed Processing Industry

Location: Owo, Ondo
Department: Operations
Reports To: SD / MD / GMD

Job Description
Purpose of the Role:

• To lead and manage the end-to-end operations of the oil seed processing factory, ensuring optimal performance across all sub-units – Solvent Extraction Plant, Edible Oil Refinery Plant, and Palm Kernel/Soya Bean Crushing Plants.
• The role requires ensuring quality, safety, cost efficiency, sustainability, and adherence to regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize productivity and profitability.
• Plan and monitor daily production activities in all sub-units.

Operational Management:

• Ensure efficient operation of solvent extraction, oil refining, and crushing plants.
• Monitor raw material usage and optimize yields and recovery rates.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules, minimizing downtime.

Quality & Compliance:

• Enforce quality control standards across all processing units.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (NAFDAC, SON, etc.)
• Work with the QA/QC team to meet product specifications and certifications.

People Management:

• Lead, train, and mentor plant managers and production staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and enforce discipline and safety culture.

Maintenance & Safety:

• Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance schedules.
• Ensure safety protocols (HSE standards) are implemented and followed strictly.

Inventory & Cost Control:

• Manage raw material and finished goods inventory efficiently.
• Control operational costs through effective budget management.

Coordination & Reporting:

• Liaise with procurement, logistics, and marketing departments.
• Prepare and submit periodic operational and MIS reports to top management.

Job Specification
Education:

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Chemical/Production Engineering.
• MBA/PGDM (Operations or Industrial Management) – preferred.

Experience:

• 12–15 years of experience in oil seed processing or edible oil industry.
• At least 5 years in a senior plant management role.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of solvent extraction, refining, and crushing technologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma – desirable.
• Knowledge of HAZOP, HACCP, ISO 22000, and environmental regulations.

Behavioral Traits:

• Analytical and result-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lead large teams and coordinate cross-functional activities.
• High integrity and strong work ethic.

Critical Success Factors:

• Consistently achieving production and yield targets.
• Zero non-compliance issues from statutory audits.
• Low downtime and minimal plant disruptions.
• High employee engagement and low attrition in the plant.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: humanresources@nobleeagle.ng using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Candidates interested in applying for this role should possess the required experience in a conglomerate environment to ensure they are well-prepared to address the complexities of their respective challenges in the manufacturing landscape.