Factory Operations Manager

Elizabeth Maddeux Limited - Our client, a leading manufacturer of construction chemicals and building solutions, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Factory Operations Manager

Location: Shagamu, Ogun

Employment Type: Full-time Summary We are seeking an experienced Factory Operations Manager to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving production efficiency, maintaining high quality and safety standards, optimizing plant performance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence. Candidates must have a proven track record in the construction chemicals, building materials, or related manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all factory operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and operational objectives are achieved. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, improve process efficiency, and optimizemanufacturing costs. Oversee production planning, inventory management, and resource allocation to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations. Manage preventive and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environment (HSE), quality, and regulatory standards across all plant operations. Lead, mentor, and develop production, engineering, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams to deliver high performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline. MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage. Minimum of 8–10 years' experience in manufacturing within the construction industry Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior factory, plant, or operations management role. Strong knowledge of production planning, process manufacturing, industrial automation, quality systems, and maintenance management. Proven experience managing factory operations, production budgets, cross-functional teams, and continuous improvement projects. Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills. Salary N800,000 - N1,000,000 monthly.