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BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry 
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

ROLE PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Production Lead

FUNCTION: Operations

SUB FUNCTION: Operations - Manufacturing

CITY & COUNTRY: Nigeria

Business

  • Ensures daily production target are met in terms of volume and brand mix.
  • Ensures set quality parameters are maintained during manufacturing
  • Ensures Staff compliance with EHS standards
  • Ensures machine availability to meet set target for machine uptime.
  • Ensures supply of materials from supporting departments for processing.
  • Monitors all raw materials required for manufacturing activities and ensure that the right materials are used all the time in the manufacturing of cigarettes.
  • Ensures adherence to all procedures and work instructions

Leadership Objectives:

  • Ensures operational records are kept and other administrative tasks attended to.
  • Plan and implement development programmes for subordinates
  • Management performance of subordinates
  • Coaching

 Management Objectives:

  • Effective and efficient deployment of resources
  • Operates within agreed budget.
  • Daily production planning.
  • Updating production equipment and maintenance documentation
  • Ensures that BAT EHS guidelines are followed when manufacturing cigarettes on one production machine.

Relationship Objectives:

  • Ensure subordinates attend all briefing session.
  • Ensure adequate communications among Team members.
  • Ensures the desired communication is maintained with between all partners especially QA, PMD, Filter Rod, R&RS etc.
  • Ensures that Shift reports are maintained across board.

Innovation Objectives

  • Continuously looking for innovative ways of carrying out production process.
  • Installing new and existing equipment upgrade

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL

General skills required

  • Knowledge of production processes and ability to use the computer.
  • Minimum of 2 years working experience in FMCG manufacturing company.
  • Good analytical ability.
  • Must be a team player.

Education / Qualifications / Experience Required

  • HND in electrical/mechanical engineering or OND with 5 years relevant experience

What we offer you?
•    We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
•    Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
•    Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
•    You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
•    We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

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BAT is evolving at pace
truly like no other organisation

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A Better Tomorrow with us

Apply today and you can help us become carbon neutral by 2030