Factory Manager at a Leading Chemical Manufacturing Company - Elizabeth Maddeux Limited

Elizabeth Maddeux Limited - Our client, a leading chemical manufacturing company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Manager

Location: Shagamu, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client is looking to hire a Factory Operations Manager to oversee all the activities within the plant.
• The Factory Operations Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for all factory functions — production, quality, maintenance, logistics, and safety.
• The role ensures the smooth running of factory operations while meeting productivity, cost, and quality objectives.
• The Manager will drive operational excellence, ensure alignment with the company’s vision, and build a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork across departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety goals are met.
• Develop and execute strategic operational plans to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize costs.
• Ensure timely coordination between production, supply chain, logistics, and maintenance units.
• Manage budgets, forecast operational costs, and control expenses within approved limits.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Drive quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with industry and company standards.
• Lead safety initiatives, ensuring strict adherence to HSE policies and procedures.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top operational talent, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure availability and efficient use of raw materials.
• Analyze factory performance data and implement corrective measures where necessary.
• Ensure factory operations comply with regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Represent the factory in management meetings and contribute to company-wide strategic decisions.
• Lead cross-functional projects focused on operational innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or Operations (MBA preferred).
• 8 - 10 years of experience in factory or plant management, preferably in manufacturing or construction industries.
• Strong experience in production planning, logistics, and process improvement.
• Proven leadership in managing budgets and large operational teams.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making abilities.

Salary
N800,000 - 1,000,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.