Shift Lead at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc

Posted on Fri 08th May, 2026 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

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: Shift Lead

Job ID: JR002795
Location: Aba, Abia

Job Purpose
Why does the job exist?:

To coordinate and manage units and operations within the shift to achieve efficient manufacturing and deliver customer driven operational performance targets, within the defined budget.
To meet plan achievement of Soap products for the financial year
To achieve and sustain world-class quality of Soap products
To achieve and sustain world-class factory standard
To improve constantly factory systems, processes, and people

Reporting Relationships:

Responsible to the Production Manager.
Peers: Other Shift Managers, QC Manager; Maintenance Managers.

Dimensions:

Return on Investment.
Customer Satisfaction.
Turn Around Time.
Strategic Alliances with different institutions.

Not Applicable:

Headcount of over 112 Personnel. 6 Direct reports.

Principal Accountabilities

The key outputs of the job.
List in priority order if possible, typically 8-10.
NOT a task list.
Any requirement for organizing & planning including own work and the allocation of resources.
Typical decisions made and if they are advisory or directly responsible for the outcome.
To ensure effective and efficient coordination of production operations to meet and deliver volume targets by due dates meeting specific quality standards as required by marketing plans
To ensure maintenance programmes are carried out promptly and continuous availability of equipment/machinery; ensure Health, Safety and Environment Management
To prepare reports (daily productions, forecast and plant compliance) to account for monthly variances and confirmation of monthly production plan
Managing team and individual performance through regular reviews, monitoring objectives and ensuring development needs are identified and actioned
Takes responsibility for compliance with all EMS related activities in the department in order to prevent, reduce or control environmental pollution arising from environmental aspects identified in the department as documented in the EMS Manual, Departmental Aspect and Impacts register, EMS related SOPs and other relevant documents
Occupational Health, Safety and Environment (OH&SE)
Continuous improvement, communication, and employee relations

Internal & External Relationships:

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Attach a preferred suppliers list if available.
Detail which networks the jobholder will be part of e.g., finance, category.
Collaborates with the Process & Finishing team in delivering the weekly agreed supply plan.
Works closely with the Process and Finishing team, the operations team and the QC / QA team to ensure the agreed plan is delivered within budget.
Contractors.
Process and Finishing department managers and staff.

Requirements
Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed:

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Focus on type of experience not the time served.

Required Qualifications:

B.Sc. / B.Eng. / HND qualification in Engineering related fields or Industrial Chemistry.
Sound Software Knowledge and expertise.
Sound AutoCAD Software Knowledge and expertise.

Required Experience:

At least 3 – 5 years. work experience in a similar role with a large organization.
Ability to withstand stress and pressure.
Good eye for infrastructural, design and engineering details.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office suite.
Excellent Analytical and Numerical skills.
Excellent planning and scheduling skills.
Good communication skills.

Attributes:

Coordinates and ensures Planning and Organizing of activities to achieve goals.
Shows appreciation / encouragement while Working with People rather than apportioning blame.
Gives full commitment to the Principles and Values of the organization.
Demonstrates Commercial Orientation and an understanding of business issues.
Thinks more broadly about impact of actions - Analysis and Decision Making.
Embraces Innovation and Change to solve business challenges.
Establishes Interacting and Communicating networks links within and outside the organization.

Key Behaviours (How the PZC behaviours are demonstrated in the context of this role).
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