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The Refurbishment Line Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of refurbishment operations within Kenya’s facilities, ensuring that returned and recovered solar products undergo efficient assessment, repair, grading, and restoration to a marketable state. This position includes maintaining complete inventory oversight for spare parts, refurbished products, and field return items—ensuring precise stock documentation, reducing discrepancies, and guaranteeing the availability of materials to sustain seamless refurbishment workflows. Candidates must demonstrate robust operational leadership, practical technical proficiency, and a commitment to driving continuous enhancements.
What you would be expected to do:
Operations management oversees the efficiency of production systems and ensures that business operations run smoothly and cost-effectively. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising processes to meet organizational goals while maintaining high-quality standards. Key responsibilities include managing workflows, optimizing resources, and implementing process improvements to enhance productivity. Strong leadership, analytical skills, and proficiency in operational tools are essential, along with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams. Familiarity with industry best practices and regulatory compliance is also required.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily refurbishment line activities as well as After Sales warehouse operations, ensuring smooth workflows and adherence to established standards.
Establish and track production benchmarks to guarantee the continuous fulfillment of throughput, quality, and turnaround time (TAT) key performance indicators.
Oversee the complete lifecycle of returned items, commencing with intake and concluding with diagnostics, repair, grading, and final dispatch.
Collaborate effectively with logistics, warehouse, and supply chain teams to optimize and maintain seamless material flow throughout operations.
The Inventory Management role involves overseeing the tracking, organization, and optimization of stock levels to ensure efficient supply chain operations. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of inventory data, conducting regular audits, and coordinating with suppliers to prevent shortages or excesses. Proficiency in inventory software and strong analytical skills are essential for analyzing usage patterns and forecasting demand. Additionally, the position requires meticulous attention to detail to reconcile discrepancies, minimize waste, and support timely replenishment. Collaboration with procurement and logistics teams is necessary to align inventory strategies with business objectives and operational needs.
Maintain precise and current inventory records for spare parts, refurbished items, and field returns across all facilities.
Responsible for managing the receipt, documentation, and categorization of all returned goods from the field, guaranteeing accurate condition evaluations and full traceability throughout the process from initial intake to final resolution.
Oversee the spare parts inventory to maintain optimal stock levels, ensuring uninterrupted refurbishment operations while reducing excess or obsolete stock.
Execute and maintain robust stock control protocols, such as conducting cycle counts, performing regular inventory audits, and reconciling discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to project spare parts needs by analyzing return volumes and repair trends.
Ensure refurbished items are accurately assessed, marked with appropriate labels, and organized in storage areas, maintaining clear visibility of available inventory for redeployment or resale.
Identify and report any inventory discrepancies, shrinkage, or losses, ensuring prompt escalation and implementation of corrective measures.
Demonstrates proficiency in assembling, guiding, and enhancing high-performing teams through strategic leadership and talent cultivation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Oversee, mentor, and cultivate both technical and non-technical teams within the Refurbishment Centre function.
Conduct routine performance appraisals, pinpoint areas requiring skill enhancement, and coordinate tailored development initiatives to address identified gaps.
Cultivate an environment characterized by accountability, safety, and seamless cross-functional collaboration while driving ongoing enhancements across the shop floor.
Responsibilities include conducting thorough testing of products to ensure they meet established standards and specifications. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, a methodical approach to identifying defects, and the ability to document findings accurately. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in testing methodologies, and familiarity with industry best practices. Experience with quality management systems and relevant tools is essential, along with the capacity to analyze data and generate comprehensive reports. Effective communication skills are necessary to collaborate with cross-functional teams and convey critical feedback. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to quality protocols.
Develop and uphold stringent quality control measures throughout each phase of the refurbishment workflow to ensure consistency and excellence.
Develop and maintain rigorous product grading frameworks to guarantee precise classification of refurbished units.
Employ systematic root cause analysis to identify and address quality issues or persistent defect patterns, ensuring thorough resolution.
Identify opportunities for enhancing operational efficiencies and develop comprehensive reports to track performance metrics and outcomes.
Look for ways to enhance productivity, minimize inefficiencies, and decrease refurbishment expenditures.
Maintain precise operational records and generate periodic reports detailing output, quality metrics, inventory levels, and associated costs.
Assist in deploying innovative systems, tools, and methodologies as the refurbishment initiative expands.
Ensures adherence to health, safety, and compliance protocols by implementing and monitoring policies to mitigate risks and maintain regulatory standards across all operations. Develops and delivers training programs to promote safety awareness and ensure organizational compliance with legal and industry-specific requirements. Conducts regular inspections and audits to identify hazards, enforce protocols, and address non-compliance issues promptly. Collaborates with leadership and department heads to integrate safety and compliance measures into daily workflows. Maintains accurate records, reports, and documentation to support regulatory submissions and internal assessments. Serves as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, addressing inquiries and facilitating inspections as needed.
Oversee the refurbishment facility to guarantee adherence to all health, safety, and environmental regulations, ensuring full compliance at all times.
Perform routine safety inspections and uphold a secure workplace for every team member.
Oversee the disposal of non-recoverable components in compliance with e-waste regulations and applicable local guidelines.
You may be an ideal candidate if your qualifications include:
Requires a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or a closely aligned field from an accredited regional or international university.
A master’s degree or higher represents a significant asset.
Seeking candidates with at least five years of hands-on experience in refurbishment, manufacturing, repair, or closely related operational fields.
Proficiency in overseeing production lines and leading technical teams within a dynamic, high-pressure setting is required.
Proficient in solar photovoltaic (PV) system design, operation, and maintenance, along with a thorough understanding of electrical wiring codes and power electronics principles.
Proven expertise in overseeing inventory management functions, encompassing spare parts, returned goods, and finished goods stock control.
Possesses comprehensive expertise in quality control methodologies, grading procedures, and defect management strategies.
Expertise in ERP systems, particularly in inventory tracking, production planning, and spare parts management, presents a valuable asset.
Demonstrated capacity to coordinate tasks efficiently while overseeing competing priorities across various sites.
Proficient in conveying ideas clearly through both verbal and written channels, demonstrating an aptitude for distilling complex concepts into accessible language and tailoring communication to suit diverse stakeholders.
Our commitment lies in prioritizing customer satisfaction and delivering efficient solutions to address concerns effectively.
Maintaining composure and delivering results amidst challenging circumstances.
Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in planning and organizational methodologies, ensuring efficient coordination and seamless workflow management.
Exceptional analytical capabilities are essential, enabling you to dissect intricate challenges and devise pragmatic solutions even amid dynamic circumstances.
Resourceful and proactive, adept at thriving in unfamiliar environments, leveraging creative problem-solving skills to craft effective and practical solutions.
Displays a modest demeanor and actively seeks opportunities to gain insights from colleagues.
Driven by a commitment to enhancing energy accessibility and fostering job creation in underserved rural areas, this role closely aligns with Sun King’s core values and social impact objectives.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
5 years
