Assistant Manager - Operations

Pad-Up Creations is the leading producer of washable and reusable sanitary pads in Africa. As a social company, we are motivated to give sustainable solutions to the menstrual problems faced by rural and low income girls/women in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Operations

Location: Minna, Niger (Relocation Required)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and dynamic Assistant Manager- Operations to oversee day-to-day operations, lead floor activities, and optimize resource efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in shift scheduling, workforce monitoring, material control, digital system updates, and strict policy enforcement. If you excel at driving productivity, enforcing operational compliance, and maximizing output through efficient resource utilization, we want you on our team. Note: This role is physically based in Minna, Niger State. Candidates living outside Minna must be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

Shift Planning & Workforce Management:

• Design, implement, and manage balanced shift schedules to meet operational targets and minimize downtime.
• Allocate human resources efficiently across shifts based on workflow demands, skills, and workload.
• Monitor daily staff attendance, track performance, and handle shift handovers seamlessly.

Staff Supervision & Performance Monitoring:

• Directly supervise floor teams, ensuring active productivity, discipline, and high output quality.
• Perform regular evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify staff training needs.
• Address team grievances, enforce workplace ethics, and foster a collaborative environment.

Material & Resource Utilization:

• Monitor raw material and inventory usage to eliminate waste and prevent stock shortages or overages.
• Track Human Resource Utilization (HRU) metrics to ensure optimal staff engagement without burnout.
• Implement lean operational strategies to optimize material consumption and improve profit margins.

System Data & Compliance Tracking:

• Ensure prompt, accurate, and mandatory logging of operational updates, logs, and production records into company systems.
• Audit digital inputs and reporting systems regularly for data accuracy and compliance.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly operational KPI reports for executive leadership.

Policy Compliance & Workplace Standards:

• Enforce total adherence to internal company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety standards, and operational guidelines.

• Ensure health, safety, and environmental regulations are strictly maintained at all facilities.

• Conduct routine operational audits to identify compliance gaps and immediately implement corrective measures.

• Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Management, or a related field (Master’s or professional certifications are an added advantage).

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in operations management, production supervision, or workforce management.

• System Proficiency: Strong command of operations management systems, ERP software, and shift scheduling tools.

• Leadership

Skills

• Proven ability to lead diverse teams, resolve conflicts, and enforce accountability.
• Analytical Mindset: Demonstrated ability to monitor resource metrics, optimize processes, and manage data entry compliance.
• Location Flexibility: Must be willing to relocate and reside in Minna, Niger State.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package based on experience.
• Relocation assistance/allowance for qualifying candidates.
• Growth and career development opportunities within an expanding enterprise.

Application Closing Date

30th October, 2026.