About the Role
HBM Nigeria Plc (Formerly Lafarge) is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, committed to building better cities and communities across Africa. We are currently looking for a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Production Manager to join our operations team in Ashaka, Gombe. In this role, you will support the Production Manager in planning, coordinating, and controlling shift activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality clinker production.
Key Responsibilities- Enforce strict compliance with safety rules, Permit to Work (PTW), and lockout/tagout procedures during shifts.
- Lead and supervise all production shift activities to achieve daily output targets and optimize energy consumption.
- Monitor key process indicators through CCR and field checks to identify deviations and implement prompt corrective actions.
- Collaborate with the QA/QC department to ensure clinker produced meets rigorous quality specifications.
- Supervise, coach, and mentor shift managers, kiln coordinators, and other production personnel.
- Prepare and submit accurate daily production reports, operational data logs, and incident investigations.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any Engineering discipline or related Sciences.
- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in cement plant operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or shift leadership role.
- Strong technical knowledge of cement manufacturing processes, kilns, and DCS/CCR process control systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in safety regulations, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
- Ability to work under pressure, make sound operational decisions, and communicate effectively.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, intensive training, and global exchange programmes.
- A collaborative and safety-first work environment contributing to national infrastructure.