ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER AT BONS INDUSTRIES LIMITED | PRODUCTION MANAGER JOBS IN LAGOS & ENUGU

About Company:

Bons Industries Limited having been incorporated since 1989 as a limited liability company to carry on business as a manufacturer of various types of high quality Bakery materials, Food ingredients, Breakfast cereals, Packaged foods, Non/Low calorie sweeteners, Food additives, Importer of Bakery materials/Food ingredients, etc.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Assistant Production Manager to drive daily excellence on our manufacturing floor. In this role, you will be the tactical engine of our production process—managing real-time output, coordinating labor, and ensuring that raw material flow perfectly aligns with production schedules. You will bridge the gap between high-level planning and floor-level execution, ensuring that hourly quotas are met without compromising safety or quality. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and possesses the analytical skills to manage inventory and minimize downtime.

Requirements:

1. Production Floor Leadership & Output Optimization

• Daily Operations Oversight: Direct the day-to-day activities of the production team, ensuring that all workstations are optimized for maximum efficiency.

• Quota Management: Monitor and enforce hourly and daily output targets, identifying bottlenecks in real-time and reallocating resources to maintain flow.

• Quality & Safety Compliance: Ensure that all floor activities adhere to strict quality control standards and safety protocols to minimize waste and accidents.

2. Inventory & Material Synchronization

• Material Tracking: Rigorously track raw material consumption to ensure the production line is never halted due to stock-outs.

• WIP & Finished Goods Management: Monitor Work-In-Progress (WIP) and finished goods levels, ensuring accurate reporting and timely transfer to the warehouse.

• Input Coordination: Collaborate with the procurement and warehouse teams to synchronize the arrival of inputs with the production schedule.

3. Performance Reporting & Process Improvement

• Data Logging: Maintain accurate logs of production metrics, labor hours, and machine downtime for management review.

• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate any deviations from production quotas and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

• Team Development: Support the training and supervision of floor workers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills:

Experience & Background

• Tenure: 2–4 years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or industrial supervisory role.

• Inventory Knowledge: Proven experience tracking raw materials and using inventory management systems (ERP/MRP).

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage diverse teams in a high-pressure, quota-driven environment.

Technical & Soft Skills

• Numerical Literacy: Ability to calculate output rates, waste percentages, and material requirements on the fly.

• Problem-Solving: A proactive mindset with the ability to "think on your feet" when machinery or logistics issues arise.

• Communication: Clear, authoritative, and respectful communication skills to lead a large workforce effectively.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: bonsindustrieshq@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.