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Agbeyewa Farms
Director of Operations
Akure
• Nigeria
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Description
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Food Science, or related field; postgraduate qualification is an advantage
- Minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), food processing, agro-processing, or industrial manufacturing
- At least 7–10 years in senior operations leadership within a commodity food product processing plant
- Strong experience managing production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain functions in an integrated manner
- Proven track record of improving plant efficiency, yield performance, and operational reliability
- Deep understanding of quality standards, safety compliance, and process control in food or industrial production
- Experience working closely with commercial and finance teams to align operations with business objectives
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all plant operations to ensure efficient, safe, and consistent production of high-grade cassava starch
- Drive operational discipline across Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Engineering and Supply Chain
- Ensure optimal plant capacity utilization through structured production planning and process control
- Strengthen yield performance, reduce waste, and eliminate rework through continuous process improvement
- Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements across the factory
- Oversee maintenance planning and equipment reliability to minimize downtime and operational disruptions
- Align raw material intake, processing flow, and finished goods management with production efficiency
- Establish structured operational reporting for performance visibility and informed decision-making
- Collaborate with Commercial and Finance teams to align production output with demand forecasts and cost realities
- Build a culture of accountability, supervision, and process discipline among plant leadership and supervisors
- Guide capital planning, equipment upgrades, and operational improvements that enhance efficiency and capacity
- Provide operational insights and recommendations to the MD/CEO for strategic planning and resource optimization
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