Junior Production Manager – Liquid Soap Manufacturing

Are you an experienced production professional with a background in liquid soap or detergent manufacturing and ready for your next career move?
Our client, a well-established FMCG manufacturer, is looking for a Junior Production Manager to take ownership of day-to-day production activities and help drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement within their manufacturing operation.
This role would suit someone currently working as a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, or Assistant Production Manager who has strong technical knowledge and is ready to grow into a broader production leadership position.



What you will be responsible for:

• Managing and improving liquid soap and detergent production processes.
• Ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to required quality standards.
• Leading, supporting, and developing production teams.
• Monitoring production performance, waste, downtime, and process improvements.
• Working closely with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and R&D teams.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, GMP, health, safety, and environmental requirements.

 

What we are looking for:

• A Degree, BTech, or relevant qualification in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience in liquid soap, liquid detergent, dishwashing liquid, or homecare manufacturing.
• Experience working with ISO 9001 quality systems and GMP principles.
• Previous experience leading or supervising production teams.
• A hands-on approach with strong problem-solving and process improvement skills.

 
Experience in formulation, batching, blending, Lean Manufacturing, or new product development will be advantageous.



If you are ready to step into a role where you can make an impact and grow your production management career, we would like to hear from you.