Production Manager

Ascentech Services Limited is a human resources solutions company dedicated to helping businesses build stronger teams and manage people functions more effectively. Established in Nigeria in 2013, we have supported organizations for years with high-quality, practical HR services designed to meet real business needs; adapting to evolving workforce demands and enabling long-term growth. With a strong presence in Lagos and Ibadan, and an expanding footprint through Ascentforce in India, we deliver a broader, more connected approach to recruitment, outsourcing, training, and ongoing HR support. Ascentech brings expertise across borders, backed by over 13 years of dedicated experience in delivering practical HR and recruitment solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Production Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented Production Manager to oversee daily production operations within our FMCG company.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining product quality standards, optimizing resources, minimizing production downtime, and ensuring that production targets are achieved in line with company objectives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Reduction in production downtime, material wastage, and operational costs.
• Compliance with product quality standards and safety procedures.
• Improvement in production efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Reduction in product defects, rejects, and rework.
• Effective workforce management and productivity.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of relevant experience in production management within the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial production role.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, process optimization, and manufacturing operations.
• Good understanding of GMP, quality control procedures, workplace safety, and production documentation.
• Experience managing production teams and monitoring production performance indicators.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; knowledge of ERP or production management systems is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Remuneration
N400,000 – N450,000 net monthly, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: [email] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.