QC and Production Manager

Responsibilities:

Research and Development (R&D):

• Lead R&D initiatives for the development of innovative construction chemical products (e.g., admixtures, sealants, coatings, etc.).
• Identify industry trends and customer needs, ensuring new product development aligns with market demands.
• Manage formulation improvements to enhance product quality and performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to transfer lab-scale innovations into large-scale production.
• Manage the R&D budget, timelines, and testing procedures for new products.

Quality Control:

• Collaborate with QC Unit to implement and oversee/supervise quality control systems to ensure all products meet company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with QC Unit to conduct quality audits and regular tests to ensure consistency in chemical formulations and product performance.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address any product defects or deviations.
• Liaise with QC Unit to ensure compliance with local and international quality standards such as ISO 9001 and relevant Nigerian regulatory bodies

Production:

• Oversee day-to-day production operations ensuring efficiency, minimizing downtime, and optimizing throughput.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations during production.
• Monitor production KPIs (efficiency, downtime, waste, etc.) and implement continuous improvement techniques such as lean manufacturing.
• Maintain operational machinery and coordinate with the maintenance department to ensure minimal disruptions.

Production Planning:

• Develop and manage production schedules based on demand forecasts, stock levels, and raw material availability.
• Ensure timely and cost-efficient production to meet customer orders and maintain inventory levels.
• Analyze and adjust production plans in response to changes in customer orders or supply chain disruptions.
• Coordinate with sales and procurement teams to align production with market demand and supplier capabilities.

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team of production supervisors, QC Supervisors/Managers, Research and Development Officers etc.
• Foster a culture of learning, research, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders (HR, Directors) to set performance targets for Production, QC, and Research teams and individuals, and conduct performance reviews to track progress and address development needs.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety standards, conducting regular safety training for all staff.

Requirements:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering or equivalent
• 7-10 years of working experience required.
• Must be very fluent in English.
• Highly motivated, independent, and goal-oriented with the ability to adapt quickly to change.
• Highly organized with a strong focus on detail and accuracy.
• Functions well in a multi-task environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient use of Ms. Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• A shared furnished apartment
• Experience in an International company and career perspectives
• Growing Network in Construction Industry
• Training / E-training

Location: Lagos

Remuneration: USD 2500 - 2800 Monthly Gross