Shift Manager

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good.

Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Since our founding in 1884, we have been creating products to delight, care for and nourish consumers. Across our core categories of Hygiene, Baby and Beauty, our trusted and well-loved brands include Carex, Cussons Baby, Sanctuary Spa and St. Tropez.

Job Title:                    Production Shift Manager

Department:              Supply Chain Services                    

Site Location:            Aba, Abia State        

Job Purpose:

• Why does the job exist?

To coordinate and manage units and operations within the shift to achieve efficient manufacturing and deliver customer driven operational performance targets, within the defined budget.

• To meet plan achievement of Soap products for the financial year           
• To achieve and sustain world-class quality of Soap products                                                                    
• To achieve and sustain world-class factory standard                        
• To improve constantly factory systems, processes, and people                    

Job Responsibilities:

• To ensure effective and efficient coordination of production operations to meet and deliver volume targets by due dates meeting specific quality standards as required by marketing plans
• To ensure maintenance programmes are carried out promptly and continuous availability of equipment/machinery; ensure Health, Safety and Environment Management
• To prepare reports (daily productions, forecast and plant compliance) to account for monthly variances and confirmation of monthly production plan
• Managing team and individual performance through regular reviews, monitoring objectives and ensuring development needs are identified and actioned
• Takes responsibility for compliance with all EMS related activities in the department in order to prevent, reduce or control environmental pollution arising from environmental aspects identified in the department as documented in the EMS Manual, Departmental Aspect and Impacts register, EMS related SOPs and other relevant documents
• Occupational Health, Safety and Environment (OH&SE)
• Continuous improvement, communication, and employee relations

Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed:

• List any qualifications required to do the job
• Be specific about the experience needed
• Focus on type of experience not the time served

Required Qualifications:

• B.Sc./B.Eng. HND Engineering related, Industrial Chemistry
• Sound Software Knowledge and expertise
• Sound AutoCAD Software Knowledge and expertise

Required Experience:

• At least 3 – 5 years. work experience in a similar role with a large organization
• Ability to withstand stress and pressure
• Good eye for infrastructural, design and engineering details
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office suite
• Excellent Analytical and Numerical skills
• Excellent planning and scheduling skills.
• Good communication skills

• Attributes
• Coordinates and ensures Planning and Organizing of activities to achieve goals
• Shows appreciation/encouragement while Working with People rather than apportioning blame
• Gives full commitment to the Principles and Values of the organization
• Demonstrates Commercial Orientation and an understanding of business issues
• Thinks more broadly about impact of actions - Analysis and Decision Making
• Embraces Innovation and Change to solve business challenges
• Establishes Interacting and Communicating networks links within and outside the organization

At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included. We want our team to reflect society and our global customers. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds because your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers. 

If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately. It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

We're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from everyone.

PZ Cussons is big enough to make your mark, small enough to make it yours. Apply to join us!