Factory Manager!

Our client, a foreign import export company mainly into tissue papers, slippers, shoes production based in 

Cotonou, Benin is seeking an enthusiastic, goal driven, and dedicated professional with a strong sense of 

integrity to fill this vacant position.

Job Title: Factory Manager

Location: Cotonou, Benin

Job Description: 

The factory manager, also known as the production manager, oversees the daily operations of a factory or 

manufacturing facility. The individual will be responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of 

production activities while adhering to quality, safety, and profitability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Management:

• Recruit, train, and supervise production staff (assemblers, packers, equipment operators, etc.).
• Identify and hire one or two strategic production technicians to assist in production operations.
• Hire a commercial technician to organize a marketing team and enhance the commercial strategy.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide support to improve efficiency and productivity.

Training and Development:

• Attend specialized training sessions in Ghana to acquire knowledge specific to local production 

practices and best practices in the industry.

• Implement a continuous development program for production teams.

Planning and Coordination:

• Develop work schedules and assign tasks based on production priorities.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to meet deadlines and objectives.

Resource Management:

• Efficiently allocate resources (equipment, raw materials, and staff) to maintain production 

standards.

• Negotiate with suppliers and service providers to ensure cost-effective and quality solutions.

Production Oversight:

• Monitor manufacturing processes and adjust methods as needed.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure products meet established standards.
• Regularly review and audit processes to identify areas for improvement.

Safety and Compliance:

• Train teams on safety protocols and ensure adherence to relevant regulations.
• Provide tools and resources necessary to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

Financial Management and Reporting:

• Estimate production costs and develop strategies to optimize expenses.
• Prepare detailed reports on production performance for senior management.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial processes and production tools.
• Analytical skills to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders (employees, suppliers, 

management).

• Innovative mindset to identify and implement continuous improvement strategies.

Education and Experience:

• Degree in production management, engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a management role within an industrial environment (minimum 5 years )

that is specifically into tissue paper, slippers, shoes production is preferred.

• Availability to attend professional training sessions in Ghana.
• Fluent speaker in English and French/ Ewe (Lome language) is highly preferred.

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