Production Head - Water Production

Job Title: Production Head – Water Production

Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-Time

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 [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email ( PHW 14)