Cassava Processing Plant Factory Manager at The Lamb Food Limited

The Lamb Food Limited is a proud subsidiary of Lamb Ranches Ltd, established to drive agricultural value addition in Nigeria. Strategically located in Rivers State, our operations focus on the large-scale cultivation and processing of cassava, positioning us as a key contributor to food security and industrial raw material supply.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cassava Processing Plant Factory Manager

Location: Obrikom Town, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Factory Operations Manager will be responsible for leading, directing, and overseeing all cassava processing plant activities, ensuring profitability, efficiency, and alignment with the company’s vision.
• The role requires expertise in factory production processes, from design to implementation, and reports directly to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of cassava production processes, industry standards, and best practices.
• Prepare strategic and operational plans to ensure that all necessary tools, processes, and systems are in place to meet business objectives.
• Oversee the execution of management strategies and operational plans.
• Ensure the development, implementation, and maintenance of operational policies covering procurement, distribution, and asset management.
• Collaborate with marketing, quality control, and merchandising teams to manage orders, monitor product costing, and assess factory capacity.
• Plan production, materials, and machinery requirements.
• Monitor daily production to ensure targets are consistently met.
• Conduct work studies and oversee industrial engineering functions within the factory.
• Ensure strict quality control so that only compliant products are released to buyers.
• Facilitate smooth information and workflow between departments and resolve inter-departmental issues. Perform additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a Degree or Diploma in Food Technology, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Agricultural Agronomy, or a related field with a minimum of 6 years experience in a similar role or equivalent capacity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively across departments and management levels.
• Previous experience in the food processing industry is required.
• Experience in cassava bio-ethanol production is an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of expertise in operations and maintenance of cassava processing plants, including installation, commissioning, project planning, and management.
• Proven ability to handle raw materials for cassava starch production and ensure compliance with standard specifications.
• Strong knowledge of industrial standards, quality assurance, and safety norms.
• Demonstrated ability in managing process machinery/equipment for cassava starch production.
• Commercial awareness combined with technical knowledge.
• Must be willing to relocate to Obrikom Town, Rivers State.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Remuneration

• Salary to be negotiated.

Working Conditions:

• Office, Factory, and Field-based activities as necessary.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified caniddates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: dalambranches@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.