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Qualifications & Experience  Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.  5–10 years’ experience in soap, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.  Strong knowledge of soap manufacturing processes and raw materials.  Experience with GMP, ISO, and safety standards. Key Skills & Competencies  Strong leadership and people management skills  Excellent process and problem-solving abilities  Knowledge of soap formulation and production technologies  Cost control and operational excellence mindset.  Good communication and reporting skills.

2026-01-23

Company Overview

Over the course of four decades, the founders of Avnash have mastered the art and science of industrial manufacturing of much needed goods and services in West Africa across several industries. This wealth of experience founded Avnash in 2001 to serve customers and communities in Ghana and across the sub region with quality agro-based products. Our business has rekindled hope in some 32,000 farmers who work every day to nourish our many customers in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.

Our expertise in Ghana cuts across various verticals;

1. Oil refinery


2. Soap Saponification


3. Rice Milling


4. Real Estate

 

Job Summary

The Production Manager - Soap is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all soap manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, consistent quality, cost control, and compliance with safety, GMP, and regulatory standards. The role ensures optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and raw materials while meeting production targets and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities Production & Operations

 Plan, organize, and oversee daily soap production activities (toilet soap, laundry soap, liquid soap, or specialty soaps).

 Ensure production targets are achieved in line with quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

 Optimize production processes to improve efficiency, yield, and throughput.

 Coordinate batching, saponification, drying, milling, plodding, cutting, stamping, and packing operations. Quality & Compliance

 Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO, HACCP, and regulatory standards.

 Work closely with Quality Assurance to maintain product specifications and consistency.

 Investigate and resolve quality deviations, process failures, and customer complaints. Equipment & Maintenance

 Ensure proper operation and maintenance of soap production equipment.

 Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with engineering teams.

 Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and waste. Team Leadership

 Lead, train, and supervise production supervisors, technicians, and operators.

 Develop staff capability through coaching, SOP training, and performance reviews.

 Enforce discipline, safety rules, and standard operating procedures. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

 Ensure strict adherence to occupational health and safety policies.

 Promote a strong safety culture and conduct regular safety audits and toolbox talks.

 Ensure safe handling of chemicals, raw materials, and finished goods.

 Cost & Inventory Control

 Monitor raw material usage, waste, and variances.

 Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to manage inventory levels.

 Support cost-reduction initiatives and budget control. Reporting & Continuous Improvement

 Prepare and analyze production reports, KPIs, and efficiency metrics.

 Drive continuous improvement projects (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM where applicable).

 Support new product development, trials, and scale-up activities. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Production output vs target

 Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

 Quality defect rate

 Downtime and waste reduction

 Safety performance (zero accidents)

 Cost per unit

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