Mydrinks Limited is a fast-growing Nigerian FMCG and beverage manufacturing company committed to producing innovative, affordable, and high-quality drinks for today’s consumers.
Job Title: Production Manager
Job Type: Full Time, Onsite
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: Minimum 1 year
Location: Lagos
Industry: Manufacturing / FMCG / Beverage Production
Salary Range: ₦200,000 – ₦300,000 monthly
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Production Manager to oversee and coordinate operations at our beverage production facility. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective production in line with NAFDAC regulations, GMP standards, and international food safety guidelines, while guaranteeing timely delivery of top-quality products.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
- Plan, organize, and supervise production activities to achieve set targets.
- Oversee mixing, filling, packaging, shrink-wrapping, and warehouse operations.
- Ensure smooth functioning of all factory machinery (mixers, CIP systems, shrink tunnels, labeling, etc.).
Quality & Compliance
- Enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain strict NAFDAC compliance.
- Conduct quality checks at every production stage.
- Maintain accurate hygiene, safety, and compliance documentation.
People & Process Management
- Lead, mentor, and motivate production staff, supervisors, and machine operators.
- Provide training on SOPs, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
- Manage shift scheduling, task allocation, and staff performance.
Cost & Efficiency Control
- Monitor and optimize raw material usage to reduce wastage.
- Collaborate with procurement to forecast raw material needs.
- Track downtime and implement continuous process improvements.
Reporting
- Prepare and submit daily and weekly production and stock reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Industrial Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
- Proven experience in beverage or FMCG manufacturing (carbonated drinks, bottled water, juices, energy drinks, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
- Hands-on experience with factory equipment (PET bottle lines, shrink film, capping, labeling, mixers, etc.).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.