Project Manager (Automobile) at Proforce Limited

Proforce Limited was incorporated in 2008 as a total defence solution provider specialized in armoured vehicles and personal protection. The company’s focus is on the delivery of confidence in protective mobility. We have developed a vibrant market for security and mobile protective products within Nigeria and Africa.

Proforce has exploited its deep technical know-how to produce outstanding armored products for Government Agencies, Corporate Bodies, Diplomatic Communities and the Private Sector within Nigeria and Africa. Proforce has utilized its superior craftsmanship to producing outstanding products using only Internationally Certified Ballistic Standard Materials. Our Manufacturing plant is located in Ogun State and Rivers State with Corporate Offices in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Manager (Automobile)

Location: Ode Remo, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Project Manager ensures that manufacturing processes run reliably and efficiently.
Responsibilities of the job include: planning and organizing production schedules, estimating and agreeing budgets and timescales with clients and managers. Responsible for the technical management, supervision and control of automobile production processes.
He ensure that manufacturing processes run reliably and efficiently.
He monitors production processes and provides administrative support to production staff with impute of the Production Manager.

Job Description

Planning and organising project of automobile with deep technical knowledge
Manages the efforts of production staff on the production floor.
Work out and implement standard operating procedures for production operations.
Manage human and material resources to meet production targets.
Suggests reduction strategies to the GM Production.
Checks manufacturing equipment and control points to ensure efficient workflow is maintained.
Oversee the production process, drawing up a production schedule
Ensure that the production is cost effective
Decide what resources are required
Draft a timescale for the job
Estimate costs and set the quality standards
Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules as needed
Be responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipment
Monitor product standards and implement quality-control programmes
Determining quality control standards
Establish workflow policies that enhance speed and efficiency without compromising product safety or integrity.
Ensure efficient collaboration and co-ordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution and Management.
Organising the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment
Liaising with clients, marketing and sales staff to meet demand on production.
Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirements
Make decisions about equipment use, maintenance, modification and procurement
Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel (quality inspectors, workers etc.)
Ensure output meets quality standards
Enforce health and safety precautions
Additional duties as directed by the GM Production and/or COO.

Qualifications

B.Eng or HND in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering.
Possession of an MBA or equivalent will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 8 years hands on experience in Manufacturing, Automobile or Armoring plant
Professional qualifications in Engineering/Production/Project Management etc.

Technical:

In-depth knowledge and understanding of automobile production processes
Be familiar with ERP and Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
Proven success with efficient production line organization and output improvement
Strong in planning, negotiation, management skills & execution so that the operations targets are achieved.
Strategic thinking and strong execution skills
Problem solving skills
Project management skills

Non-Technical: