Production Manager at Agbeyewa Farms

Ogbesse, Edo State, Nigeria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Process Discipline, Yield Optimization, Waste Reduction, Production Scheduling, Equipment Downtime Minimization, Quality Assurance Collaboration, Cost Efficiency Improvement, Team Supervision, Process Improvement Implementation, Documentation, Safety Practices Enforcement, Supply Chain Coordination, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Attention To Detail

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description Matna Foods Limited is a leading agro-allied food processing company focused on the production of high-quality, food-grade cassava starch for both local and international markets. Nigeria’s pioneer producer of international-standard, multi-use cassava starch, Matna operates a modern processing facility near Akure, Ondo State, strategically located within a major cassava-producing belt. Matna’s operations are anchored on strong process discipline, rigorous quality control, safety standards, and operational excellence required to meet demanding global specifications. By combining advanced processing technology, deep agricultural linkages, and skilled professionals, the company consistently delivers reliable, high-grade starch for a wide range of food and industrial applications. Driven by a commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, Matna’s products remain highly competitive across domestic and export markets. The company’s growth has been guided by visionary leadership and a strong belief in the potential of Nigeria’s agricultural value chain—earning industry recognition, including the CBN Export Category Best SMEEIS Entrepreneur Award. At Matna, we are committed to building a high-performance culture that attracts, develops, and empowers talented professionals who share our passion for excellence, collaboration, and innovation—creating an environment where ideas thrive, and standards are continually raised. The Production Manager is responsible for leading Matna’s cassava starch processing operations to achieve consistent output, optimal yield, strict quality compliance, and disciplined factory performance. This role ensures that production activities are executed with precision, safety, and process control, translating raw cassava into high-grade food-quality starch with minimal waste, reduced downtime, and efficient resource utilization. We are seeking talented professionals who are passionate about socio-economic development through agricultural and Agro-allied investments. Job Description Lead daily production operations to ensure consistent output aligned with quality and safety standards. Drive process discipline across all stages of cassava starch processing to optimize yield and reduce waste. Plan and coordinate production schedules in line with raw material availability and commercial demand. Collaborate with Maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and ensure reliable plant performance. Work closely with QA to ensure all output meets food-grade and export quality requirements. Monitor raw material usage, process flow, and resource utilization to improve cost efficiency. Supervise production teams and shift supervisors to maintain accountability and operational reliability. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce rework, and strengthen production flow. Ensure proper documentation of production activities, batch records, and operational reports. Enforce safety practices and operational standards across the production floor. Coordinate with Supply Chain to prevent overproduction, stock aging, and production bottlenecks. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field. Minimum of 10–15 years’ production experience within FMCG, food processing, agro-processing, or industrial manufacturing. At least 5 years in a production leadership role within a factory or processing plant. Strong understanding of process control, yield optimization, and waste reduction in a manufacturing environment. Experience working closely with QA, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams. Proven ability to lead shift-based production teams with discipline and accountability. Good knowledge of safety standards, food-grade compliance, and operational documentation. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills. High level of process discipline, organization, and attention to detail. Additional Information Competitive Compensation. 5-day workweek. Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children). Wellness Programs Employee Training Programs Growth and Development Mentoring and Counseling Office base: Ondo State

Responsibilities

The Production Manager will lead daily cassava starch processing operations to ensure consistent output, optimal yield, strict quality compliance, and disciplined factory performance. This involves executing production activities with precision, safety, and process control to convert raw cassava into high-grade starch efficiently.