Assistant Production Manager at Bridgemead Limited -3 Openings

Bridgemead HR provides customized HR solutions to optimize workforce productivity and profitability. Our expert trainers design bespoke training programs, innovative HR strategies, and efficient payroll systems tailored to each client’s unique needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Production Manager

Location: Benue, Lagos and Nasarawa
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Production
Level: Level 4
Reports To: Production Manager
Direct Reports: Shift Supervisors, Line Leaders, Machine Operators

Role Brief

• The Assistant Production Manager (Oil Palm) oversees safe, efficient, and cost-effective production execution by translating production plans into daily operations and optimizing manpower, machinery, materials, and methods (4M).
• The role is responsible for meeting production targets, controlling labor costs, minimizing downtime and waste, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert weekly and monthly production schedules into daily shift plans
• Allocate manpower, machines, and materials for smooth production execution
• Monitor production output, investigate shortfalls, and implement recovery actions
• Manage attendance, shift rosters, overtime, and payroll accuracy
• Track machine performance, downtime, and maintenance coordination
• Enforce SOPs, quality standards, and waste control measures
• Monitor production costs and drive efficiency improvements
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE use, and incident reporting
• Prepare accurate daily production and operational reports
• Supervise team discipline, performance, and workforce development

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Daily production target achievement: 95–100%
• Machine utilization: ≥85%
• Labor cost and overtime within budget
• Defect and wastage within approved limits
• Payroll accuracy: 100%
• Zero major safety violations
• Accurate and timely reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Production, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 5–8 years experience in oil palm milling / edible oil processing
• 2–3 years in supervisory/assistant managerial role
• Experience in production planning, labor control, and cost management within the oil palm sector.

Technical Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• ERP and advanced Excel proficiency
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement preferred

Salary
N500,000 monthly

Application Closing Date
24th May, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified send their CV to: career.bridgemeadnghr@gmail.com using "Assistant Production Manager (Oil Palm)" as the subject of the email.