Head, Methods

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by a multinational industrial corporation to recruit an experienced Head, Methods for its operations. The position is based in Edo state, Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the reliability of systems and specialised equipment to ensure effective and efficient execution.
• Oversee the mechanical and electrical inspection of plant equipments.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of the MIPS schedule.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related information.
• Estimate production costs, cost saving methods, and the effects of product design changes on expenditures for management review, action, and control.
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency.
• Continuously monitor the reliability of machines and processes and make recommendations as to replacing, modifying, or repairing it.
• Review engineering specifications and drawings, proposing design modifications to improve reliability within cost and other performance requirements.
• Confer with clients, vendors, staff, and management personnel regarding purchases, product and production specifications, manufacturing capabilities and project status.
• Evaluate the failure rates and maintenance costs of equipment and processes.
• Make suggestions and implement plans to reduce equipment failure and decrease maintenance costs
• Provide input in defining asset maintenance and risk management plans.
• Define the criteria for equipment evaluation, testing, inspection and distribution of various maintenance tasks.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Head, Maintenance (Plant).

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years relevant work experience.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing industry
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on project management experience
• Working knowledge of engineering economics including cost/benefit analysis
• Ability to think strategically and holistically, to appreciate the systemic impact of various policies, issues and solutions
• Good and holistic understanding of the business operations, inter-relationships and dependencies
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Good problem analysis and solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.