Ongoing recruitment at Plantation Industries Limited, 30th May 2017

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Plantation Industries Limited is a leading Cocoa Processing Factory in Nigeria based in Akure, Ondo State right in the heart of Nigeria’s cocoa growing belt. With emphasis on meticulous quality control of raw cocoa that feed our plant, Plantation Industries Limited has successfully earned itself a market wide reputation for the responsible and reliable supply of high quality cocoa products to the international market. We are recruiting to fill the positions below: Job Title: Graduate Trainee Location: Akure Job Description

• We have immediate opportunities for intelligent graduates who wish to develop a career in a food processing plant.
• Applicants must be fresh University or Polytechnic Graduates in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/ Electronic Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry/ food Technology, Economics, Accountancy, Computer Science and Social Sciences with minimum of Second Class upper Degree or Upper Credit in case for HND.
• Selected candidates will be trained in various aspects of Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Warehousing, Logistics, internal Control and Accounts.
• Successful candidates will be appropriately mentored and compensated in order to retain them.

Job Title: Operations Manager Location: Akure Job Description

• An operations Manager is a senior role which involves overseeing the production of goods and smooth running of the organisation to meet expectation of customers and clients.
• Other duties include Planning and controlling change, managing quality assurance programmes, setting and reviewing budget to manage cost, and overseeing inventory, distribution of goods.

Qualification and Experience

• Candidates must possess a Degree or Higher National Diploma in any of the Technology courses or Physics with minimum of second class lower division.
• At least 5 years experience is required in a manufacturing concern.

Job Title: Production Maintenance Engineer Location: Akure Job Description

• Multi-skilled, core skill either mechanical or electrical but must be competent in both disciplines, must have a passion for Continuous Improvement, lots of initiative and attention to detail and be someone who takes pride and responsibility in what he does.
• Understanding of instrument and control fundamentals is essential.
• Mechanically he will be able to demonstrate skills, working on process and packing equipment, pneumatics, conveyors, hydraulics, gearboxes, valves, rotary locks, pumps, blowers and bearing replacement.

Qualification and Experience

• Candidates must possess a Degree or Higher National Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic Engineering with minimum of second class lower division.
• Three to Five years working experience is required, must not be older than 32years as at December, 2017.

Job Title: Control and Instrumentation Specialist Location: Akure Job Description

• Control and Instrumentation Specialist plans, designs, develops, implements and manages equipment used for controlling and monitoring different engineering machinery, equipment and processes.
• Main responsibility will be to make sure that all the processes and tools are functional, efficient, and safe for users.
• Our Control and Instrumentation Specialists must have an excellent understanding of operational processes and a good knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control systems, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), Advanced Process Control (APC) and Weighing and Equipment Caliberation.
• High level skills in managing and operating Windows server and XP edition, Siemens S7 PLC Hardware, Siemens step 7 software and programming, Siemens S7 safety Plc, Industrial Ethernet and TCP in IP Networks, ECS (FLS Automation process control system) and Proface HMI Displays and Profibus DP Networks.

Qualification and Experience

• A Degree or Higher National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• At least five years Hand-on experience performing similar role.

Job Title: Production Technician/Supervisor Location: Akure Job Description

• The role holder will carry out operations in accordance to operating instructions and parameters and update necessary records of operation as at when due.
• Comply with safety, health, environment and food safety and quality procedures, monitor production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.

Qualification and Experience

• OND, C&G, FTC, Certificate or Diploma in Mechatronics, Degree in Mechanical/Production or Electrical Engineering.
• Cognate experience in a reputable manufacturing company is required depending on position
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: HVAC Technician Location: Akure Job Description

• Assembles, installs, maintains, repairs and test industrial Chillers, Refrigerators and Heating, Ventilating & Air conditioning Equipment. Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that HVAC activities meet the technical specifications and good practice.
• Keep temperatures in the processing, packing and finished goods storage sections within specifications.

Qualification & Experience

• C&G/NCE/FTC/Degree
• At least 3 years experience in a reputable manufacturing company
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: Food Safety and Hygiene Team Leader Location: Akure Job Description

• This position will ensure that all products are wholesome and meet specification and established standards of quality including reliability and usability while ensuring the safest working environment possible.

Responsibilities

• This position works closely with all levels of management and regulating agencies in ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Verification and/or maintenance of HACCP, SSOP, and prerequisite programs, plant environment and finished products.
• Collaborate with operations on the initiation of corrective action and preventive measures when necessary. Ensure adherence to food safety and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Degree/HND in Food Science or related discipline with cognate experience in senior position in food industry is very essential
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: Tax Accounting and Compliance Supervisor/Manager Location: Akure Job Description

• The role holders function as an internal tax specialist to the organization ensuring timely and accurate preparation and filling of tax returns, create and maintain a tax (VAT) compliance policy, processes and controls, close interactions with accounting for accurate financials from a tax reporting point of view and support for business in structuring deals and transactions in a tax complaint and optimal way.

Requirements

• Professionally qualified Accountants with good specific knowledge and experience in accounting for corporate income taxes, VAT and withholding taxes.
• 2-5 years of working experience in tax matters
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: HR/Admin Supervisor Location: Akure Job Description

• Develop, implement and update personnel policies procedures; recruitment, hiring, orientation and training of Personnel; conduct periodic staff assessment, performance appraisal and reward; effective and efficient management of the company physical assets and people; retaining and motivating high quality staff; providing conducive and secure environment for personnel, customers and visitors.

Qualifications

• B.Sc/HND in Social Sciences
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in a manufacturing concern
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: Production Manager Location: Akure Job Description

• Production Manager will be responsible for planning, coordination and control of manufacturing processes.
• This position will ensure that all products are wholesome and meet specification and established standards of quality including reliability and usability while ensuring the safest working environment possible.
• Must have passion for Continuous Improvement, lots of initiative and attention to detail and be someone who takes pride and responsibility in what he does.

Qualification and Experience

• Degree or HND holders in Engineering, Pure or Applied Sciences
• Practical experience in manufacturing, quality and safety management for at least 5 years in a food processing company
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: Assistant Quality Assurance Manager Location: Akure Job Description

• This position will support Quality Assurance Manager to ensure that all products are wholesome and meet specification and established standards of quality including reliability and usability while ensuring the safest working environment possible.

Qualification & Experience

• HND or Degree in Food Science, Biochemistry or related discipline with cognate experience in senior position in food industry is very essential.
• Practical experience in manufacturing, quality and safety management for at least 5 years in a manufacturing company
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

Job Title: Computer Network Supervisor Location: Akure Job Description

• Computer Network Supervisors will be responsible for the installation layout, maintenance of Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks(WAN), internet networks and voice communications in the company and implement company IT policy

Qualifications and Experience

• A Degree, Diploma or Professional certificate in Network with minimum of 3 years experience in LANS, WANS and internet networks.
• Good business skills and commercial awareness are big virtues
• The ability to motivate others, Deliver on time, in-budget, to-specification and contribute to Food Safety and Business Quality Management System Development are very important.
• Ability to share knowledge and good knowledge and enforcement of LEAN manufacturing process very essential.
• Not more than 35 years.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and updated CV's to: [email protected] Application Deadline: 13th June, 2017.

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