Production Manager

Location: No. 1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and technically competent Production Manager with strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile production processes. The successful candidate will oversee automobile production operations, manage production teams, ensure production targets are achieved, maintain quality standards, and improve manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily automobile production activities.
• Manage production schedules and ensure timely achievement of production targets.
• Supervise production personnel and effectively allocate manpower across production lines.
• Monitor automobile manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality Control, Maintenance, Stores, and Procurement departments.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, delays, defects, and process inefficiencies.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of production machinery, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to address equipment breakdowns and technical issues.
• Ensure vehicles and components are produced according to approved engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor raw-material usage and minimize production waste.
• Implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce downtime and production costs.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, HSE requirements, and applicable manufacturing standards.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate production personnel.
• Promote continuous improvement across automobile production processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant production/manufacturing experience.
• Must have at least 5 years of proven hands-on experience specifically in automobile production/manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of experience in a Production Manager, Production Supervisor, or senior production management role.
• Automobile production experience will be a primary yardstick for shortlisting candidates. Candidates without proven automobile production experience will not be shortlisted.
• Strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile manufacturing processes is mandatory.
• Proven experience managing automobile production teams, assembly operations, production planning, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of automotive components, vehicle assembly, production machinery, tools, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and production documentation.
• Experience in production quality control, process improvement, waste reduction, and production-cost management.
• Good understanding of preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting.
• Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of workplace safety and HSE requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant production/ERP software.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.

Shortlisting Criterion

• A minimum of 5 years of direct and demonstrable experience in automobile production/manufacturing is mandatory and will serve as the primary yardstick for shortlisting candidates.