Department: Operations / Manufacturing
Reports To: Managing Director
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time (On site)

About the Company
Zen Ltd is a fast-growing manufacturing and trading company established in Nigeria in 2018, specializing in the production of LPG cylinders, gas cookers, cylinder accessories, and kitchenware for both local and export markets.
With operations grounded in quality, safety, and innovation, Zen Ltd continues to expand its footprint across Africa, supported by a growing team of over 250 professionals and a strong market reputation.

About the Role
The Manufacturing Operations Manager is responsible for leading all factory operations and ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality production of Zen Ltd’s products. This role holds full accountability for production performance, people management, equipment reliability, inventory flow, quality compliance, and continuous improvement.
This role is critical to Zen Ltd’s operational success and continued expansion.
The Manufacturing Operations Manager will play a key leadership role in driving factory performance, safety, and efficiency while building a disciplined, high-performing manufacturing operation aligned with the company’s long-term vision.

What You’ll Do

Production & Operations Management

Plan, direct, and control daily, weekly, and monthly production activities in line with business targets.
Coordinate production supervisors and line leaders to ensure smooth workflow, productivity, and on-time delivery.
Monitor and analyze operational KPIs including output, efficiency, scrap, waste, downtime, and capacity utilization.
Identify production issues and implement timely corrective and preventive actions.

Maintenance & Engineering Oversight

Oversee mechanical, electrical, welding, and engineering maintenance teams.
Ensure strict adherence to preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
Supervise the upkeep, reliability, and safety of all plant equipment and utilities.

Staff Leadership & People Management

Lead, supervise, and mentor all plant personnel across production, maintenance, Quality Control, warehouse, and utilities.
Implement performance management systems, KPIs, evaluations, and disciplinary procedures.
Manage manpower planning, shift scheduling, attendance, and training programs.
Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Warehouse, Inventory & Logistics Management

Coordinate raw material, consumables, spare parts, and finished-goods inventory.
Ensure accurate stock control and uninterrupted production flow.
Oversee dispatch operations and internal logistics coordination to meet delivery timelines.

Quality Control, Assurance & Compliance

Provide leadership and direction to Quality Control and Quality Assurance teams.
Ensure compliance with all applicable quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory inspections.
Monitor defects, rejects, and rework, driving root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Utilities & Energy Management

Oversee generators, diesel and LPG systems, and overall energy consumption.
Ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all utilities and support infrastructure.

Reporting & Cross-Functional Coordination

Review and validate daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
Prepare and submit performance, cost, manpower, and efficiency reports to the Managing Director.
Coordinate with finance, procurement, HR, and logistics teams to resolve operational bottlenecks.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Lead lean manufacturing, 5S(Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and process optimization initiatives.
Recommend equipment upgrades, cost-reduction opportunities, and efficiency improvements.
Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing operations, with proven plant leadership responsibility.
Strong technical knowledge of production processes, maintenance systems, and quality standards.
Experience working with ERP systems and performance reporting tools
Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

Personal Attributes:

Demonstrated leadership
Problem-solving
People management capabilities.
High Situational Awareness
Operational vigilance

Compensation and benefits:

Salary Range: USD 3,500– 4,000
Benefits include:
- Company-provided accommodation
- Company car
- Annual flight ticket, with flexible leave options:
  - One 30-day leave per year, or
  - Two 15-day leaves per year