Production Manager at Agbeyewa Farms

Job Description

Agbeyewa Farms is seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee and optimize daily production operations at its cassava starch processing facility. The role focuses on driving operational efficiency, maintaining strict quality and safety standards, and ensuring consistent output aligned with commercial demand.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to ensure consistent output aligned with quality and safety standards.
• Drive process discipline across all stages of cassava starch processing to optimize yield and reduce waste.
• Plan and coordinate production schedules in line with raw material availability and commercial demand.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and ensure reliable plant performance.
• Work closely with QA to ensure all output meets food-grade and export quality requirements.
• Monitor raw material usage, process flow, and resource utilization to improve cost efficiency.
• Supervise production teams and shift supervisors to maintain accountability and operational reliability.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce rework, and strengthen production flow.
• Ensure proper documentation of production activities, batch records, and operational reports.
• Enforce safety practices and operational standards across the production floor.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to prevent overproduction, stock aging, and production bottlenecks.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15 years’ production experience within FMCG, food processing, agro-processing, or industrial manufacturing.
• At least 5 years in a production leadership role within a factory or processing plant.
• Strong understanding of process control, yield optimization, and waste reduction in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working closely with QA, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Proven ability to lead shift-based production teams with discipline and accountability.
• Good knowledge of safety standards, food-grade compliance, and operational documentation.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• High level of process discipline, organization, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 5-day workweek
• Competitive health insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children)
• Wellness programs
• Employee training programs
• Growth and development
• Mentoring and counseling