Factory Total Performance Management (TPM) Manager

Company: Nestlé Nigeria

Location: Agbara Factory, Ogun state.
Position Type: Full-Time (On-site)
Minimum Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

Minimum Relevant Work Experience: 3 years + Factory experience, preferable acting as Production or Maintenance Manager. 3 years + Practical experience with TPM implementation, preferably with exposure to Japanese Institute of Plant Maintenance award or should have participated in the TPM Coaches Course.

Position Summary

We are Nestlé Nigeria Plc. and are proud to be the largest operating market of Nestlé Central West Africa Region. Our passionate, collaborative and entrepreneurial-minded team work together to achieve our objectives while fostering an atmosphere that promotes individual growth, wellness and inclusiveness.

The Factory TPM Manager drives the consistent implementation of Total Performance Management in factory, ensuring the alignment with Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) initiatives.

A day in the life of the TPM Manager: 

• Strategic Preparation & Management:
• Integrate TPM with key initiatives and departments.
• Coordinate support from external consultants where needed.
• Ensure TPM drives both performance results and cultural change aligned with the factory/market vision.
• Lead Goal Alignment processes.
• Communicate TPM progress and outcomes to the factory’s Executive Committee.
• Drive the factory’s digital transformation according to the rollout plan by overseeing Digital Manufacturing Operations (DMO) modules and other digital tools.

•  Supporting & Coaching:
• Support factory manager and pillar leaders to drive TPM implementation.
• Lead, coach, and motivate teams, fostering a positive and empowered culture.
• Promote a mindset shift toward a “Zero” loss philosophy.
• Coach pillar leaders/managers in TPM methodology.
• Coordinate TPM training across the factory.

• Planning and Informing:
• Lead the Promotion Campaign for TPM in the factory
• Participate in defining and executing the Factory TPM Master Plan
• Lead  and drive factory digital roll out plan

• Assessing and Diagnosing:
• Assessment of the implementation progress in the factory.

What Will Make You Successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 3 years + Factory experience, preferably acting as Production or Maintenance Manager
• 3 years + Practical experience with TPM implementation, preferably with exposure to Japanese Institute of Plant Maintenance award. Should have attended a TPM Coaches Course.

We Offer:

• Interesting and challenging work in an international company – a branch of worldwide and well recognized FMCG concern
• Possibility to work in a dynamic team of professionals and leaders
• Possibility to work with challenging projects and responsible tasks
• Atmosphere full of respect, professionalism and excitement
• Possibility of development & career advancement

How do I apply?

If you find the challenge exciting and match up, we have a great culture that will make you feel welcomed and valued from day one.

Apply by clicking on the “Apply now” button, follow the steps and attach a copy of your CV. The closing date for applications is 4th of March 2026. We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please do not delay in submitting your application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company in the world. We are 308,000 employees strong, driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for our future. We have an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. We believe our people are our most important asset, so we'll offer you a dynamic inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, working with diverse teams and cultures. Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

“Nestlé is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law”.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.