Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Shift Manager at PZ Cussons.
About PZ Cussons
PZ Cussons embodies a culture defined by its core values encapsulated in the acronym “BEST,” a reflection of the collective aspirations of its people. They strive to be BOLD, fearlessly passionate, open, honest, and deeply proud of their individual identities within the organization. Energized by an ENERGETIC spirit, they embrace dynamism, proactivity, adaptability to change, and a forward-thinking approach. With a STRIVING mindset, they continuously elevate standards, drive performance, set ambitious goals, and consistently aim for greater achievements. TOGETHER, as a unified family, they value inclusivity, support, mutual respect, empowerment, and find genuine joy in collaborating harmoniously, celebrating the diverse voices within their community.
Summary
- Company: PZ Cussons
- Job Title: Shift Manager
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Location: Aba, Abia, Nigeria
Job Title: Shift Manager
Job Purpose:
Why does the job exist?
- To coordinate and manage units and operations within the shift to achieve efficient manufacturing and deliver customer driven operational performance targets, within the defined budget.
- To meet plan achievement of Soap products for the financial year
- To achieve and sustain world-class quality of Soap products
- To achieve and sustain world-class factory standard
- To improve constantly factory systems, processes, and people
Job Responsibilities:
- To ensure effective and efficient coordination of production operations to meet and deliver volume targets by due dates meeting specific quality standards as required by marketing plans
- To ensure maintenance programmes are carried out promptly and continuous availability of equipment/machinery; ensure Health, Safety and Environment Management
- To prepare reports (daily productions, forecast and plant compliance) to account for monthly variances and confirmation of monthly production plan
- Managing team and individual performance through regular reviews, monitoring objectives and ensuring development needs are identified and actioned
- Takes responsibility for compliance with all EMS related activities in the department in order to prevent, reduce or control environmental pollution arising from environmental aspects identified in the department as documented in the EMS Manual, Departmental Aspect and Impacts register, EMS related SOPs and other relevant documents
- Occupational Health, Safety and Environment (OH&SE)
- Continuous improvement, communication, and employee relations
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Requirements for the Position of Shift Manager at PZ Cussons
Qualification, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed:
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Required Qualifications:
- B.Sc./B.Eng. HND Engineering related, Industrial Chemistry
- Sound Software Knowledge and expertise
- Sound AutoCAD Software Knowledge and expertise
Required Experience:
- At least 3 – 5 years. work experience in a similar role with a large organization
- Ability to withstand stress and pressure
- Good eye for infrastructural, design and engineering details
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office suite
- Excellent Analytical and Numerical skills
- Excellent planning and scheduling skills.
- Good communication skills
Attributes
- Coordinates and ensures Planning and Organizing of activities to achieve goals
- Shows appreciation/encouragement while Working with People rather than apportioning blame
- Gives full commitment to the Principles and Values of the organization
- Demonstrates Commercial Orientation and an understanding of business issues
- Thinks more broadly about impact of actions – Analysis and Decision Making
- Embraces Innovation and Change to solve business challenges
- Establishes Interacting and Communicating networks links within and outside the organization
Deadline
2nd February, 2026
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