Job Purpose
We are seeking a Technical Manufacturing Specialist with hands-on experience in the production of soap and personal care products within a real manufacturing environment.
This role will initially be offered as a short-term consultancy assignment, with the potential to transition into a full-time permanent position based on performance and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and support the manufacturing processes of soap and personal care products
- Execute and monitor production activities including mixing, processing, filling, and packaging
- Ensure adherence to product formulations, specifications, and quality standards
- Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and optimize processes
- Collaborate with Quality teams to ensure product compliance and consistency
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical and operational issues on the production floor
- Support new product development and scale-up activities
- Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and manufacturing standards
Mandatory Requirements
- Proven experience in manufacturing cosmetics, personal care, or hygiene products
- Hands-on experience within a factory or production environment (not purely office-based)
- Direct exposure to production processes such as mixing, processing, filling, or packaging
- 5 to 15 years of relevant experience (flexibility may be considered for strong profiles)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in setting up or developing production lines
- Exposure to third-party / contract manufacturing
- Experience in liquid products such as liquid soap, shampoo, or similar formulations
- Good understanding of quality control, product stability, and batch consistency
Employment Type
- Initial: Short-term consultancy contract
- Potential: Transition to full-time permanent role based on performance
