Job Title:

Production Manager

Industry: FMCG / Personal Care Manufacturing

Location: Lagos Mainland

Employment Type: Full-time

About Our Client

Our client is a leading multinational FMCG manufacturing company operating in Nigeria, producing a wide range of personal care, oral care, skin care, and home care products. With a strong local manufacturing footprint, the company combines global standards, operational excellence, and local market expertise, offering a dynamic environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact in production and operations.

About the Role

The Production Manager will oversee end-to-end production operations at our clients Lagos facility. The role is central to driving efficiency, quality, compliance, and team performance across personal care and home care product lines. The ideal candidate will ensure production targets are met, safety and quality standards are maintained, and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented.


Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage daily production operations to meet volume, quality, and cost targets
• Ensure adherence to GMP, HSE, and quality standards
• Optimize production processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime
• Lead, train, and supervise production teams, including shift planning and performance management
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth operations
• Monitor KPIs including yield, efficiency, capacity utilization, and production losses
• Maintain accurate production documentation, reporting, and SOP compliance
• Support new product introductions and process scale-up activities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen, etc.)

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Production Management, or a related field
• 7–10 years experience in FMCG manufacturing, with 3–5 years in a production leadership role
• Experience in personal care, home care, or FMCG production environments
• Strong knowledge of GMP, HSE, quality systems, and production planning
• Proven leadership and people management capability
• Experience in a multinational or structured manufacturing environment is an advantage

Key Competencies

• Production Planning & Control
• Process Optimization & Operational Excellence
• Team Leadership & Development
• Quality & Compliance Management
• Cost Control & Waste Reduction

Why Join Our Client

• Opportunity to work with a multinational FMCG manufacturer
• Exposure to global manufacturing standards and structured operational systems
• Make a measurable impact on production efficiency, product quality, and team development