PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc, a well-known company in the FMCG industry, is accepting applications for its 2025 Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee Program.
This full-time, paid position is for young Nigerian graduates looking to advance their careers in manufacturing and production engineering.
Trainees will work in PZ Cussons plants in Abia and Lagos (Ikorodu), gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance within a globally recognised organisation.
Keep reading to learn about the job requirements, benefits and hot to apply for the PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee.
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Quick Summary of PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee (2025)
| Company/Host | PZ Cussons |
| Category | Jobs |
| Job type | Graduate Trainee (Full-Time) |
| Eligible Countries: | Nigeria |
| Benefits : | Monthly Salary | Training | Employment |
| Location | Ikorodu |
| Application Deadline: | August 3, 2025 |
About PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee (2025)
The PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee Program is a graduate development program that trains young Nigerians in many areas of manufacturing, production engineering, quality control, and process optimization in the company’s world-class facilities.
PZ Cussons, which makes popular household products including Premier, Morning Fresh, Imperial Leather, and Mamador, is giving this chance to help train and develop future leaders in operations and supply chain.
Are you a recent graduate in engineering or science who wants to have a successful career in the manufacturing or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry? The PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee Program 2025 is a great way to work for one of Nigeria’s most respected and creative organisations.
This program is designed to help you learn, grow, and lead in a real-world, high-impact setting, whether you’re interested in factory operations, product quality, automation, or sustainability in production.
Program Features & Training Focus
Selected candidates will follow a planned, hands-on development plan that includes:
- Â Rotational on-the-job training in engineering and manufacturing units.
- Â Leadership and Soft Skill Development
- Â Mentorship from Industry Experts
- Â Exposure to Industry 4.0 Technology
- Â Sustainability and Safety Training
- Â Genuine project involvement across PZ Cussons’ operations and factories.
Job Responsibilities:
- to ensure that manufacturing operations are coordinated effectively and efficiently in order to reach and deliver volume targets on time while adhering to particular quality standards required to win in the market.
- To guarantee that maintenance schedules are completed on time so that equipment/machinery is always available, resulting in the accomplishment of desired PAAs and efficiencies per line.
- To ensure a safe manufacturing operation during the shift by adhering to PZC’s HSE management system and processes.
- Â To create reports (daily shift production reports, daily shift production volumes/line/factory, people attendance reports, machine availability reports, material consumption reporting/variations) to account for daily/monthly variances and provide improvement plans.
- Â Managing team and individual performance through regular evaluations, monitoring goals, and ensuring development needs are identified and addressed.
- Takes responsibility for the implementation and compliance of management systems (OHSAS, EMS, QMS, GMP).
- Take responsibility for the quality of all items produced throughout the shift, ensuring that they meet or exceed PZC’s quality specifications/standards.
- Continuous improvement, communication, and employee relationships
Required Qualifications:
- B.Sc./B.Eng. HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, and Sound. Â
- Microsoft Suite Software Â
Required Experience:
Knowledge and expertise.
- At least 1–3 years. Work experience in a similar role within a large organisation
- Ability to bear stress and pressure.
- Â Excellent sense of structural design and engineering details
- Â Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite
- Â Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
- Â Excellent planning and scheduling skills.
- Â Good communication skills.
Program Benefits
- Competitive monthly salary (approx. ₦194,000)
- Professional mentorship and technical training
- Exposure to world-class manufacturing practices
- Career development and potential full-time employment
Selection Process
- Online Application Review
- Aptitude Test & Logical Reasoning Assessment
- Group Discussion/Case Study Assessment
- Final Interview with Senior Managers
- Offer and Onboarding
How to Apply for PZ Cussons Engineering/Manufacturing Trainee (2025)
- Visit the PZ Cussons job portal by clicking on the Apply Now button
- Select your preferred location (Abia or Ikorodu)
- Fill out the application form and upload your CV
- Submit before the August 3, 2025 deadline