Job Title: Soap Mixer Operator (D-C)
Company: PZ Cussons
Location: Aba, Abia State
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Production – Finishing
PZ Cussons is an international consumer products group known for developing and manufacturing some of the world’s most recognised and loved consumer brands. With over 130 years of experience, the company operates across carefully selected developed and emerging markets with strong potential for future growth.
Through its world-class supply chain and distribution networks, PZ Cussons serves consumers globally, delivering quality products that add value and enhance everyday lives.
Job Summary
PZ Cussons is seeking to recruit a Soap Mixer Operator (D-C) to operate and control mixing activities within its Finishing Plant in Aba, Abia State. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating production equipment, ensuring accurate mixing processes, monitoring product quality and maintaining compliance with operational, safety and quality standards.
The role reports to the Production Supervisor and Technician.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor production equipment, including mixers, weighers and conveyors, to facilitate the movement of materials through production processes.
- Read batch cards to determine production information, specifications and mixing requirements.
- Start and operate mixing machines, ensuring materials are mixed for the specified duration.
- Stop mixing operations when the required product qualities are achieved and open valves to transfer mixtures.
- Examine materials and finished products visually and physically to ensure they meet established quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with Business Unit Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and safety requirements.
- Clean and maintain production equipment and carry out housekeeping activities.
- Record operational and production data using designated forms.
- Investigate and correct deviations in process performance, escalating issues requiring prompt attention.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
- Implement and comply with Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements and applicable environmental policies and regulations.
Principal Accountabilities
- Work with the Shift Supervisor to improve plant performance while ensuring compliance with legislative and company standards.
- Collaborate with shift-based leaders to prioritise operational activities and achieve production targets.
- Monitor Business Unit performance using Short Interval Control, daily and weekly Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) trackers, and identification of the three major production losses.
- Support effective problem-solving through approved Lean Manufacturing techniques, including the development of containment measures and countermeasures.
- Identify opportunities for improvement in processes, employee skills, knowledge, attitudes and machine performance.
- Work with the Production Manager to improve plant performance and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager on Loss and Failure Findings (LLF) and Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) activities to improve machine availability.
- Reduce and eliminate production downtime resulting from machine breakdowns.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
- Identify workplace hazards within assigned areas and understand the control measures required to minimise associated risks.
- Achieve at least 85% closure of actions arising from monthly HSE inspections.
- Maintain at least 95% compliance with Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) walk-around requirements.
Environmental Management System (EMS)
- Understand assigned roles and responsibilities and the importance of complying with EMS requirements.
- Implement and comply with environmental management requirements relating to workplace activities, environmental impacts, company policies and applicable regulations.
Quality and GMP Compliance
- Ensure manufacturing operations meet stipulated Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
- Maintain a good understanding of GMP requirements and their application in line with PZ Cussons GMP standards and NAFDAC requirements.
Quality Management System (QMS)
- Support the effectiveness and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.
- Comply with applicable quality management policies, procedures and standards.
Internal and External Relationships
The successful candidate will work closely with the following personnel and teams:
- Production Manager.
- Shift Manager and Shift Supervisor.
- Technicians and craftsmen.
- Production workers.
- Maintenance personnel and other relevant operational teams.
Qualifications and Experience
- NABTEB or National Diploma (ND) in an Engineering-related discipline.
- Minimum of one year of work experience in a similar position.
- Sound knowledge of engineering practices.
- Basic software knowledge.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good understanding of production processes and machine operations.
- Ability to identify operational problems and implement appropriate solutions.
- Ability to work under pressure and withstand work-related stress.
- Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of workplace safety, GMP and environmental management requirements.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the application link below:
Application Closing Date
7th December, 2026.