About Company

Our Client is an emerging leader in the manufacturing and distribution of next-generation construction chemicals and solutions. The company offers a comprehensive range of high-quality products, expert technical support, and exceptional customer service. With its innovative approach, they are setting new standards in the construction industry.

Role Summary

The QC & Production Manager will oversee the efficient functioning of production lines, ensuring optimal production processes, quality control, and research and development (R&D) for innovative chemical products. This role involves coordinating production planning and forecasting, maintaining a catalogue of innovative and qualitative products, and ensuring compliance with Nigerian regulatory bodies. The position requires an experienced leader to drive productivity while maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

Qualification

- Bachelor or Master's degree in Chemistry, Engineering or equivalent discipline

- 7-10 years of working experience required.

- Candidate must be very fluent in English as this is a compulsory criterion to be met

- 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.