Operations Lead (Engineering Background Required) Job at Majeurs Holdings Limited

Majeurs Holdings is a sustainability-driven furniture manufacturing company based in Lagos, with over 14 years of experience in redefining Africa’s manufacturing landscape. Our work has gained global recognition — including a Netflix feature — and we run a training academy that empowers young people in modern furniture production. At Majeurs, we don’t just build furniture; we fuse design, technology, and sustainability to shape the future of African manufacturing.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Operations Lead (Engineering Background Required)

Job Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Founder & CEO
Industry: Furniture Manufacturing / Tech-Enabled Operations

The Role

• We are seeking an Operations Lead (Engineering background required) to drive operational excellence on our factory floor.
• The ideal candidate will lead production processes, improve efficiency, ensure quality, and optimize costs while aligning with our eco-conscious values.
• This is a performance-driven leadership role where success will be measured by KPIs in machine capacity, labour productivity, quality control, safety, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily factory operations, ensuring lean processes and continuous improvement.
• Manage production schedules, machine utilization, staff allocation, and line balancing.
• Track and improve productivity, cost per unit, material waste, and maintenance performance.
• Ensure ≥70% machine uptime through preventive maintenance.
• Maintain finished-goods quality with ≤2% rework rate.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production failures and implement corrective actions.
• Enforce 5S and safety standards (target: 0 incidents, ≥90% compliance).
• Train and coach factory staff to enhance skills and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Accounts, Logistics, and Procurement teams for seamless operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records (≤2% variance).

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (required).
• 4+ years of experience managing factory operations or production teams.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, production scheduling, and process mapping.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (preferred).
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills (Excel/Google Sheets).
• Mindset & Bahaviour
• Highly accountable and KPI-focused.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and calm under pressure.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills.
• Passionate about sustainability and operational excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: N300,000 - N500,000 / month (based on experience).
• Performance Bonus: ?100,000 monthly (linked to KPIs).
• Annual Profit-Share Bonus: Based on company performance.
• Long-Term Growth: Eligibility for future equity participation in company manufacturing activities.

Why Join Us?

• Take charge of operations in a fast-growing, purpose-driven company.
• Work directly with the Founder & Leadership team.
• Clear performance metrics tied to financial rewards.
• Career growth path to Director of Operations/COO.
• Be part of a movement shaping African manufacturing.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV + short cover note (max 200 words) to: hr@majeursholdings.com using "Operations Lead (Your Names)" as the subject of the mail.