Deputy General Manager, Quality Assurance

About this role

The role is a senior leadership position responsible for defining and overseeing the quality management framework across all cement production stages, ensuring products meet internal, national, and international quality standards. It targets individuals with extensive QA experience in cement or heavy manufacturing, capable of leading a large team and driving continuous improvement. The employer, Dangote, operates in the cement industry and seeks to maintain quality as a competitive advantage. The position focuses on strategic QA governance, compliance, continuous improvement, and stakeholder management. Location is Ogun, Nigeria."

What you would do

• Provide leadership to the QA/QC team and drive a culture of accountability and improvement.
• Establish and maintain a Quality Management System aligned with international standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Develop and implement an annual Quality Control Plan for the plant.
• Present quality performance reports to executive management, including COPQ and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee laboratory operations and ensure accuracy of material testing.
• Manage calibration schedules for laboratory and process control equipment.
• Monitor chemical parameters with process control teams to ensure product quality.
• Identify, investigate, and rectify product non-conformances or deviations.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and industry standards for cement production.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualification or advanced management degree preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Auditor, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt) desirable.
• 15+ years of quality assurance/control experience in cement or heavy manufacturing.
• Experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams in a high-pressure manufacturing environment.
• Deep experience with ISO systems, quality auditing software, and analytical tools.

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