Job Description
Job Title:Production Head – Water Production
Location:Ilupeju, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary :1million -1.5million (Gross)
Industry:FMCG / Water & Beverage Manufacturing
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Production Head – Water Production to lead and oversee all production operations within our water manufacturing facility. The candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end water production activities including water treatment, bottle filling, labeling, shrink wrapping, packaging, utilities coordination, and production planning.
This role requires a strong leader with deep technical expertise in water bottling operations, production efficiency, food safety compliance, and team management.
Key Responsibilities
* Production Operations Management
* Lead and manage all water production activities from water treatment to final packaging.
* Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
Monitor production efficiency, machine utilization, downtime, and wastage reduction.
* Coordinate production activities across all shifts for seamless operations.
* Ensure availability of raw materials, packaging materials, consumables, and utilities.
* Optimize manpower allocation and production scheduling.
* Maintain accurate production records and operational documentation.
Water Treatment & Utilities Management
* Supervise water treatment operations to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory quality standards.
* Monitor utility systems including generators, compressors, chillers, pumps, and air systems.
* Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities with engineering teams.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
* Ensure strict adherence to all health and safety policies.
* Conduct regular safety inspections and toolbox meetings.
* Enforce proper use of PPE across the production floor.
* Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
* Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
* Analyze operational data and identify improvement opportunities.
* Drive initiatives to reduce downtime, operational costs, and wastage.
* Implement lean manufacturing and operational excellence strategies.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 7–10 years’ experience in water bottling or beverage manufacturing.
* At least 3 years in a production leadership or management role.
* Strong knowledge of water treatment systems and bottling operations.
* Sound understanding of food safety and manufacturing compliance System
* Strong leadership and people management skills.
* Good understanding of GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards.
Application Method
Qualified candidates should send their CV to cv@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email(PHW15)
