Machine Operator at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world's best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job ID: JR002512
Location: Aba, Abia

Job Purpose

• To coordinate, control, and manage bleached oil filtration activities.

Principal Accountabilities
Maintains And Sustains Quality, Safety, And Environmental Standards:
Key Activities:

• Ensure that the required quantity of bleached oil is filtered to the required quality standard without earth passage.
• Ensure compliance with all Business Unit SOPs and SOCs (Standard Operating Conditions), and that all operations comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), safety standards, and provisions.
• Undertake washing of the PLF floor, heel drop area, and other housekeeping activities.
• Change damaged PLF “O”-rings and assist the PMT in coupling the PLF after fixing the leaves.
• Drench spent earth to prevent incidents of fire or fire outbreaks.
• Document all operations as required.
• Perform other tasks and activities as delegated by the supervisor.
• Ensure investigation and correction of deviations in process behaviour and escalate issues for prompt attention when necessary.
• Understand roles and responsibilities and the importance of conformity with Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Implement and comply with Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements relating to environmental aspects, impacts, and applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Avoid spillages when handling raw materials and semi-finished goods.
• Performance Indicators:
• Level of oil redness, yellow, and blue compared to quality specifications.

Key Attributes:
Occupational Health And Safety (OH&S):
Key Activities:

• Be aware of workplace hazards within assigned areas and apply control measures to reduce associated risks.

Environmental Management System (EMS) Objectives:
Key Activities:

• Understand roles and responsibilities and the importance of conformity with EMS requirements.
• Implement and comply with EMS requirements relating to environmental aspects, impacts, and applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.

Quality And Plan Compliance Delivery:
Key Activities:

• Ensure that manufacturing operations meet stipulated GMP requirements.

Key Accountability:

• Possess good knowledge of GMP requirements and their application on site in line with GMP standards (PZC GMP standard/NAFDAC requirements).

Quality Management System (QMS) Objectives
Key Accountability:

• Ensure the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS) and continuously improve the system.
• To Ensure Adequate Time Management

Key Activities:

• Employ time management tools to plan daily activities effectively while identifying value-added tasks.
• Review use of time against company objectives and KPIs, prioritizing A, B, C, and D tasks.
• Identify and eliminate time wasters.
• Ensure accurate timekeeping (e.g., return from breaks, start-up time).

Focused And Accurate Performance Measurements
Key Activities:

• Understand how performance measures work and why they are important.
• Demonstrate how measures deliver business benefits and ensure all measures are completed on time and aligned with targets.
• Identify lost time and plan vs. actual losses and take corrective action.

Communication:

Key Activities:

• Understand and demonstrate the importance of all communication elements (written, verbal, and body language).
• Use both one-way and two-way communication effectively.
• Prepare adequately before communicating, use appropriate visual aids, and be assertive when required.

Assertive Behaviour:
Key Activities:

• Identify when and how to apply assertive behaviour.
• Provide examples of win-win situations.
• Demonstrate how to deal effectively with assertive behaviour in others.

Grievance And Discipline:
Key Activities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of grievance procedures.

Conflict Management
Key Activities:

• Demonstrate a positive approach to conflict resolution.
• Identify possible sources of conflict.

Basics Of Lean:
Key Activities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the seven types of MUDA (waste).
• Be familiar with Lean Thinking principles.
• Demonstrate knowledge of 5S and its application in the work area.
• Be familiar with CIP, GMP, and safety practice requirements.

Structured Problem Solving:
Key Activities:

• Apply root cause analysis to solve plant-related problems.
• Use SMART targets and action plans.

Internal And External Relationships:

• Work with the Shift Supervisor to continuously improve plant performance while adhering to legislative and company standards.
• Work closely with other shift-based leaders to prioritize activities and achieve plant targets.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience Needed
Required Qualifications:

• SSCE/NABTEB/OND

Required Experience:

• 1–3 years’ work experience in a similar position.
• Ability to withstand stress and work under pressure.

Application Closing Date
26th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online