Production Coordinator, Ewekoro

Who is Lafarge?

Lafarge Africa PIc is a member of Huaxin Cement Co. Ltd.,  - founded in 1907 and incorporated in China. Huaxin is listed on the Shanghai and on the Hong Kong stock exchanges, and is among the 10 largest cement groups in the world. In addition to cement, Huaxin operates aggregates and ready-mixed concrete as well as waste management businesses, and has its own cement and waste pre-/co-processing equipment manufacturing with proprietary technology. Huaxin is recognized among the world's top manufacturing enterprises and most valuable brands. Lafarge Africa is a publicly quoted company on the Premium Board of the Nigerian Exchange Limited and serves Nigeria with a wide range of building and construction solutions.

Who are Lafarge People?

Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues

About the job

The Production Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and follow up of day to day operations in accordance to the set out targets and standards. Production Coordinator is responsible for the supervision of Shift Manager as well as WBI inspections.

What you'll be doing 

• Within the framework of the production instructions given by the Production Manager, is in charge of all operational activities from raw material feed bins, raw grinding, Clinker Production, Cement grinding up to Cement Dispatch and ensures that activities are carried out safely in accordance with quality control procedures and environmental regulations.
• He is also the main interface between Maintenance, Quality, Quarry and Process in core operations phase
• Lead SAP production execution and Production Month end closing (MEC) in the plant and in charge of production raw Material inventory
• Promotes site best safety practices and efforts throughout the plant.
• Operates and optimizes all aspects of raw-mix/additive transport, feed proportioning, raw mill and kiln systems in compliance with company Product quality standard and requirements.
• Analyze, review and report the monthly/yearly requirement of raw mix, correctives and additives to ensure stable clinker production and Cement grinding as per target and taking equipment short/long term Maintenance into consideration.
• Proper follow up with inspectors & patrollers on daily Walk-by-inspection checklist and equipment maintenance history with a view to improving overall equipment reliability
• Coordination of equipment operating logistics with Quality, Maintenance, and Process departments.
• Optimization and assist in troubleshooting plant circuits where required to improve equipment availability.
• Prioritization of work orders with the maintenance department and ensuring that maintenance activities are carried out with the right procedures and standards (Risk Assessment, WAH, EI etc.)
• Recommends disciplinary measures when required.
• Identifies areas that require the development of standard operating procedures for Production Department.
• Lead Plant improvement initiatives, Participates in the planning and organization of short and long term plant stoppages to improve reliability
• Effective monitoring of the performance of contractors in Production with clearly defined KPI’s
• Assists in operational and safety training of current and new employees.
• Assists in the development of Production Departmental budget.
• Coordinate all interventions in case of breakdown.
• Take over the direct responsibility for the control of the Raw Mills, Kilns and Cement grinding equipment’s in case of complicated situation.
• Guarantee the respect of the planned consumption of the electrical power.
• Oversee the shift leaders / CCR operation and instruct on required area of concentration
• Control production activities to comply with group environmental standards and maintain good housekeeping.

People management:

• Defines the objectives of his team and carries out their performance reviews, promotes his team motivation, skills and developments through coaching
• Provides leadership, direction and guidance to all direct / indirect lines of reports
• Develop and propose training plan for team and ensure they are relevant to their career developments.
• Encourages teamwork in order to ensure continuous flow of operations
• Appraises direct reports based on set KPIs
• This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and the job holder may be required to perform duties outside of this as operationally required

Who you'll be working with 

Reporting:

• Production Manager

Key interfaces, stakeholders and relationships: .

• The Maintenance execution (Mechanical and Automation/Instrumentation): for equipment’s repairs and reception.
• Method: to request work and repairs to be done.
• Quarry: to produce limestone, shale and other minor additives.
• Safety Officer: to liase for accident prevention and inform about any problem that may occur on the plant.
• Security: to inform and solve security problems.
• External bodies: SON, cement bags suppliers
• Production team across Lafarge
• Mobile Equipment Maintenance Team

What we are looking for

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant postgraduate working experience
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in any Engineering discipline(Electrical engineering as main subjects) or any science based discipline.
• Good knowledge of cement manufacturing processes:
• Raw meal preparation, burning, combustion, grinding and packing operation.
• Good knowledge of safety laws and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of production management and planning

Your Lafarge Experience
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.