Factory Operation Manager at a Leading Fibre Optic Cable Manufacturing Company - Cynosure Professional Services

Cynosure Professional Services - Our client, a leading fibre optic cable manufacturing company located within the Lagos Free Zone, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Operation Manager

Location: Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Telecommunications / Fibre Optic Cable Manufacturing

Job Summary

• They are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of factory operations, workforce performance, production planning, logistics coordination, administrative processes, and operational systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily factory operations to ensure efficient production and timely delivery of business objectives.
• Manage production planning and operational scheduling to optimize resources and productivity.
• Supervise and coordinate activities across Production, Logistics, Warehouse, Administration, and Support Functions.
• Drive implementation and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operational policies.
• Develop and monitor operational KPIs and performance dashboards.
• Work closely with HR on workforce planning, employee performance management, attendance monitoring, disciplinary processes, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support recruitment, manpower planning, and talent development activities within the factory.
• Oversee inventory management, stock control, warehousing, and logistics operations.
• Ensure proper utilization of ERP systems, operational software, reporting tools, and technology platforms to improve operational visibility and decision-making.
• Monitor operational costs and support budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives.
• Generate management reports and provide recommendations for operational improvement.
• Lead cross-functional teams and promote a culture of accountability, discipline, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational standards, quality requirements, and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Operations Management, Industrial Management, Human Resource Management, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field.
• 6–7 years' experience managing operations within a manufacturing, telecommunications, technology, or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple functions including Production, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, Administration, HR Coordination, and Operational Reporting.
• Strong understanding of operational systems, process improvement, ERP platforms, reporting tools, and performance management frameworks.
• Experience implementing and managing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Experience managing teams of varying functions and levels.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience within fibre optic, telecommunications, technology manufacturing, cable production, electronics manufacturing, or related sectors will be PREFERRED.

Key Competencies:

• Operations Management
• Production Planning & Coordination
• Logistics & Inventory Management
• HR & People Management
• SOP Development & Compliance
• Performance Management
• ERP & Operational Systems Management
• Budgeting & Cost Control
• Leadership & Team Development
• Process Improvement
• Data Analysis & Reporting.

Application Closing Date
23rd June, 2026.

How to apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@cynosureng.com using "Factory Operations Manager" as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.