The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Location: Obajana Plant, Obajana Plant, Nigeria
Company: Dangote Industries Limited
Job Summary
Join Dangote Cement Plc as the Sectional Head of the Packing Plant Operations, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation and performance of the cement packing process. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all activities related to packing operations, including optimizing processes to enhance production capacity and quality.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and supervise the operations of the packing plant to ensure maximum productivity and adherence to quality standards.
Develop and implement efficient packing processes and procedures, aimed at minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput.
Oversee the implementation of approved packing plant plan at the plant to ensure established targets are met.
Ensure that packing plant processes are implemented in line with agreed upon procedures and guidelines.
Ensure clearance is received from the Head, Production and Head, Quality Control & Assurance before commencement of packing and loading of cement.
Supervise the management of packing plant shift teams to ensure effective and efficient execution of packing plant activities and achievement of daily production targets.
Ensure that all maintenance packing plant activities are carried out efficiently and in a timely manner.
Support to oversee the activities of all packing plant machine operators to ensure safety of personnel and appropriate utilization of machines.
Ensure all issues at the packing plant are resolved immediately to ensure timely dispatch of cement and prevent damage/loss.
Ensure packing plant environment is clean and tidy at all times.
Provide leadership and guidance to subordinates.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Head Packing Plant.
Requirements
Educational Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a managerial role within a packing plant environment, preferably in the cement industry.
Skills & Competencies:
Strong leadership and team management skills.
In-depth knowledge of packing operations and equipment.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using software applications related to production and inventory management.
Ability to implement process improvements and ensure operational efficiency.