FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria is a leading dairy manufacturing company in Nigeria and part of Royal FrieslandCampina, a global dairy cooperative with operations across several countries.
Company: FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria
Job Title: Continuous Improvement Specialist
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Quality & HSE
Job Level: 32-40
Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing
Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Specialist will provide expertise and professional support in the implementation of the World Class Operations Management programme, driving operational efficiencies and embedding a culture of ownership and continuous improvement in line with the company’s cost leadership strategy.
The role will also support strategic decision-making in operations and proactively engage employees to accelerate organizational change and contribute to the company’s global vision.
Responsibilities
Project Management Office & Coordination
- Coordinate work streams, sub-work streams, project teams and consultants to ensure effective collaboration and successful project implementation.
- Facilitate alignment across functions and promote knowledge sharing to drive operational excellence across the plant.
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Lead the deployment of FrieslandCampina’s Our Way of Working (OWOW) and operational excellence initiatives.
- Drive improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, waste reduction, maintenance efficiency, labour optimization and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Project Implementation & Governance
- Support, direct and coordinate project implementation activities across the plant.
- Ensure effective project tracking, reporting, governance and execution of improvement initiatives in line with business objectives.
Problem Solving & Performance Improvement
- Apply Lean, DMAIC, 5 Why and other continuous improvement methodologies to identify gaps, solve operational challenges and deliver measurable business results.
Plant Support & Internal Consultancy
- Provide analytical support and expert advice to plant leadership.
- Support decision-making through performance analysis, implementation of quick-win initiatives and identification of long-term improvement opportunities.
Change Management & Culture Development
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness, engagement and adoption of operational excellence principles throughout the organization.
Capability Building & Coaching
- Develop organizational capability through training, coaching and mentoring on Lean principles, continuous improvement tools, performance management and team effectiveness.
- Coach Production Managers, Team Leaders and Shift Leaders to strengthen problem-solving and leadership capabilities.
Communication & Performance Reporting
- Coordinate operational reviews, improvement meetings and project reporting.
- Ensure effective communication of progress, results, best practices and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Excellence or Project Management within FMCG or manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional improvement projects and change management initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable improvement plans.
- Experience in project governance, stakeholder management and performance reporting.
- Strong facilitation, coaching and training skills.
- Lean Six Sigma certification is an added advantage.
What FrieslandCampina WAMCO Offers
- A global yet connected work culture rooted in Dutch heritage and diverse international perspectives.
- Opportunities for career growth through structured training, coaching, hands-on experience and local and international mobility.
- Competitive rewards, flexible ways of working and benefits that support personal and professional development.
- A friendly and collaborative work environment where employees are encouraged to challenge, support and inspire one another.
- The freedom to take ownership, create long-term impact and contribute to the company’s wider purpose.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the FrieslandCampina Careers page.
Application Link: https://mycareers.frieslandcampina.com/job/Continuous-Improvement-Specialist/62293-en_GB
Application Closing Date: Not Specified