Manufacturing

Plant Manager

ARN Foods Limited·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Nov 2, 2026

Department: Operations / Production

Reports To: Managing Director

Role Summary

ARN Foods Limited is seeking a highly experienced Plant Manager to lead and optimise its rice mill operations. The role involves overseeing end-to-end production, ensuring efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage full rice mill operations (paddy intake, parboiling, drying, milling, polishing, grading, and packaging).
  • Deliver production targets while ensuring cost efficiency and minimal waste.
  • Maintain strict quality standards and compliance with NAFDAC, SON, and export requirements.
  • Oversee plant maintenance to minimise downtime and improve equipment performance.
  • Coordinate with procurement, supply chain, and logistics for seamless operations.
  • Enforce HSE standards and promote a strong safety culture.
  • Lead and develop plant teams, ensuring high performance and accountability.
  • Monitor KPIs (output, recovery rate, downtime, cost efficiency) and report to management.

Qualification/Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 8 - 12 years' experience, with at least 5 years in senior-level FMCG factory or plant management.
  • Strong expertise in rice mill commissioning, operations, and machinery.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale production facilities.
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with production planning, maintenance systems, and quality control.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and plant automation tools.

Core Competencies

  • Operational Excellence & Process Optimisation
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Cost Control & Efficiency Management
  • Strategic Thinking & Execution
  • Strong Analytical & Decision-Making Skills

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

ARN Foods Limited

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

Valid until

November 2, 2026

Created

October 28, 2026

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