Plant Manager – Rice Mill Operations

About the role

The Plant Manager will lead the day‑to‑day operations of Sagad Farms' rice mill in Kano State, Nigeria. This full‑time, on‑site position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient and consistent production of high‑quality rice products.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily mill activities including boiler, parboiling, milling, quality control and packaging.
• Supervise plant staff, coordinate maintenance, and monitor equipment performance.
• Implement and enforce safety, hygiene and food‑safety standards.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods to meet production schedules.
• Optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Track key performance indicators and use data to drive operational decisions.
• Collaborate with farm, supply‑chain and logistics teams to align plant output with demand and regulatory requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing a rice‑milling plant, including parboiling, boiler and milling operations.
• Strong operations management and production planning capabilities.
• Hands‑on expertise in plant maintenance, equipment utilization and process optimisation.
• Leadership skills with a track record of motivating and developing plant personnel.
• Good understanding of safety regulations, food‑safety standards and industrial equipment best practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) and experience in rice or grain processing.

Required skills

• Rice milling operations
• Parboiling
• Boiler operation
• Production planning
• Plant maintenance
• Equipment utilization
• Quality assurance
• Data analysis