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Job Field: Sector in Engineering / Technical  , Manufacturing

  • Process Artisan (Processing) – Mechanical (180920-8)

    Process Artisan (Processing) – Mechanical (180920-8)

    Job Description
    To maintain, repair and optimize the processing equipment’s ensuring availability and product quality is at minimum cost; without sacrificing standards. This includes providing specialized machine skills and knowledge, in-house coaching for processing operators, support operations, maintenance and problem solving activities of the shift teams.
    Key Duties & Responsibilities
    Reporting to Team Leader – Processing, the successful candidate’s main responsibilities will be:

    Provide 2nd level specialist support to the shift based teams during operations. This will include standby and day shift support.
    Train, coach & assess Operators in processing.
    Develop, train, audit and ensure compliance to maintenance checks, operational standards and work instructions.
    Carry out planned maintenance, routine maintenance and condition monitoring activities in accordance with the planned schedule.
    Drive root cause analysis on the equipment and ensure actions from this are tracked and closed out in time.
    Support SHEQ standards to drive safe working practices according to the work instructions and adhering to appropriate CCBA policies and procedures.
    Carry out housekeeping tasks, and apply Manufacturing Ways practices and principles during the execution of their duties.

    Skills, Experience & Education
    We are interested in candidates with the following qualifications;

    Minimum Diploma: Mechanical Engineering.
    2 -4 years of experience in maintenance of packaging/ processing equipment in an FMCG Industry.
    Must have good ‘trouble shooting’ skills.

  • Machine Operator Attachè

    Machine Operator Attachè

    Offer: Fixed
    Contract Type: 4 months fixed term contract
    Profile Introduction: 
    The main purpose of the role will be to produce as per given methods, learning WCM methods and Quality parameters as well as acquire the skills to maintain the machines as per the AM.
    Qualifications / Requirements

    Higher Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronics Engineering

    Job Specification
    Key Responsibilities

    Follow production safety rules;
    Work according to existing procedures and set standards;
    Execute basic AM (Autonomous Maintenance) operations and CIL (Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication);
    Define anomalies and put tags;
    Conduct basic/elementary quality tests;
    Create OPIs and SOPs;

    Key Outputs & Measurements

    Efficiently performs routine production tasks as per established procedures;
    Good quality output as per established norm;
    Learn WCM and AM skills to build sustainable performance in future;

    Key Relationships

    Production / Process Managers, Production / Process Associates, Production Process Experts, Lead Operators, Shift Leaders, colleagues in other functions in the factory.

    Core Competencies

    Basic technical production process knowledge;
    Ability to identify quality parameters;
    Ability and willingness to learn;
    Attentive to detail;
    Competence in MS Office.

  • Production Manager Human Resource & Administration Manager

    Production Manager Human Resource & Administration Manager

    Established in 1967, Nairobi-based Colourprint Limited (CPL) is a printing business offering a variety of offset printing services and products. Having recently restructured our business to strengthen our governance structure so as to pursue operational excellence, they are looking to hire a Production Manager to join their team.
    Job purpose
    Manage and direct production activities and monitor adherence to planned schedules, quality standards and cost objectives. The position leads and directs the day to day operations of the production facility.
    Duties

    Participate in planning and establishing short to long term production objectives and plans for the facility/unit
    Direct, coordinates and supervises the planning, scheduling and expediting of raw materials for the timely production taking into consideration quality management system / guidelines.
    Manage the production scheduling process to meet the customer’s expectation and demand
    Optimizes use of production facility resources to complete tasks assigned providing leadership and direction to the production team
    Oversees areas of production team, such as safety, planning, cost, efficiency, quality, and customer service
    Maintain compliance with Company policies, safety standards, quality specifications, regulatory requirements, and sanitation practices
    Monitor production facility operational costs and report to the COO accordingly
    Coordinate maintenance schedule and assign repair tasks as needed
    Develop production SOP’s and ensure compliance to achieve high performance
    Develop/Implement action plans to understand and address areas of concern
    Work with other departmental heads and line supervisors to foster a production culture focused on continuous improvement
    Initiate and manage production unit projects e.g. new installations, repairs etc
    Manage staff capacity and skill levels to meet current and planned production needs
    Implement and monitor performance management programs and support staff through training, mentorship and coaching

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in engineering, production management or a related field
    At least seven (7) years of experience in print production, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
    Sound knowledge of print production facilities requirements, processes, operations and
    Ability to lead and develop teams
    Results driven with accuracy and attention to detail
    Strong interpersonal skills
    Safety conscious and able to apply methodologies to improve processes
    Self-starter, high energy level with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Highest level of personal and professional integrity

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  • Packaging Machine Operator / Technician

    Packaging Machine Operator / Technician

    Reporting: Head of Electrical and Instrumentation
    Location: To be based in Butali,Western Kenya.
    Job Summary: The person will be responsible for operating modern automated packaging machine for packing 1kg, 2kg and assorted bales of sugar in our plant.
    Key Duties and responsibilities

    Operating packaging machine for our branded sugar labels for the market.
    Ensure that branded packages meet specifications by observing good quality practices.
    Effective & efficient relaying of relevant information to colleagues &/or Production shift Supervisors.
    Actively participate in any / all continuous improvement activities.
    Share experience, knowledge & best practice with colleagues.
    Demonstrate good housekeeping practices.
    Reporting on all defective machines to the production in-charge or production supervisor so that maintenance action may be undertaken
    Apply best practice standards in all areas of Occupational, Health and Safety, quality procedures, Standard Operating Procedures & Job Safety Analysis systems.
    Proactively identify & make recommendations for improvements in all relevant areas.
    Ensure provided PPE is maintained & used as prescribed, replenishing as necessary.
    Controlling of further processing of products until conditions likely to cause non-conformities are eliminated.
    Any other duties as required by your line manager

    Competencies Required

    Diploma in Electrical/Electronics or relevant qualifications as a minimum
    Minimum 2 year’s SPECIFIC operator experience in a varied packaging or related industrial set-up
    Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
    Strong sense of team work and ability to work cross functionally with minimal supervision
    High level of integrity

  • Production Manager Digital Marketing Executive Technical Sales Executive

    Production Manager Digital Marketing Executive Technical Sales Executive

    Our client is a leading manufacturer high quality mattresses and furniture in Kenya. They seek to hire a production engineer to oversee the planning and coordination of the production processes and ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently and finished products meet quality standards.
    Industry: ManufacturingGross Salary: 100 – 150K
    Responsibilities

    Production planning and implementing the most efficient, reliable and cost effective production schedules and engineering processes to meet production requirements.
    Analyze daily, weekly, and monthly and sales orders and plan production/work orders/schedule and processes and ensure execution to meet production targets.
    Review orders progress and adjust production schedules as appropriate.
    Review and recommend modifications to production processes and operations to make sure that production output, standards and quality targets are achieved.
    Monitor and recommend necessary changes to the layout of plant, machinery and production processes and methods for any new equipment, materials or components.
    Review and recommend appropriate measures to control and minimize waste levels.
    Review production practices, methods, processes, equipment and facilities and make proposals for improvements to ensure that they are the most efficient and effective available
    Responsible for process improvement & productivity
    Manages and supervises departments personnel activities
    Implementation of policies in order to achieve the departmental and company objectives
    Ensure the manufacturing of products or goods is conducted efficiently, safely and meets the organizations standards

    Qualifications

    Must have a Degree in Engineering (Industrial), Mechanical engineering or related field
    At least 5 years’ experience as a production manager
    Must have experience in Mattress Industry
    Knowledgeable in all areas of furniture production
    Good at providing innovative solutions to problems in production
    Good supervisory skills

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  • Production Manager

    Production Manager

    Job description
    British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for 2 Production Manager(s) to join our team in Nairobi.Lead and manage production teams to successfully achieve all production targets.The Production Manager has 24-hour accountability for all Daily Management Systems (DMS) of their team. They are responsible for managing and improving results necessary to achieve the Compelling Business Need (CBN) and Site Master Plan through rigorous application of Lean Manufacturing Systems/ Run to Target (RTT) tools.
    Key Responsibilities

    Ensure manufacturing targets (Safety, Quality, Conformance to Schedule, OEE, Waste, Cost) are achieved;
    Drive disciplined and effective application of Lean Manufacturing systems including Focused Improvement, Autonomous Maintenance, Progressive and preventive Maintenance, CIL, Centerlines,
    Rapid change over capability and problem-solving tools (6W-2h, Y-Y, Work point Analysis, transformation analysis);
    Prepare and execute the 90 days action plans making sure continuous improvement takes place;
    To champion the philosophy of continuous improvement across all areas of the business and to encourage others to adopt techniques available to drive this;
    Optimize the use of budgets, manpower, raw material and equipment to further improve department productivity and flexibility;
    Together with Engineering ensure the appropriate planning of preventative maintenance and coordination of investment projects as required;
    Ensuring EH&S policies and procedures are adhered to within area of responsibility;
    People management in a Union environment i.e. good working relationship, development, manpower planning, coaching, performance management, training;
    Effective Stakeholder engagement to proactively resolve any potential performance obstacles.

    Essential Requirements Essential Requirements

    University Graduate with a relevant Engineering Degree;
    5 years of relevant work experience in production management roles;
    People leadership including experience in working within a Unionized environment;
    Working knowledge of Manufacturing excellence systems such as Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance or World Class Manufacturing;
    Experience with OEE/Process reliability improvement.

  • Instrument Technician Supervisor Milk Processing Operator Palletizer/Robopack Operator Blending/Pectin/Juice Raw /Packaging Materials Analyst Operator Processing Operator Sugar/Powder Dissolving CIP Operator Operator Can/Tanker

    Instrument Technician Supervisor Milk Processing Operator Palletizer/Robopack Operator Blending/Pectin/Juice Raw /Packaging Materials Analyst Operator Processing Operator Sugar/Powder Dissolving CIP Operator Operator Can/Tanker

    Job Description
    Our Client in Dairy industry is urgently looking for an Instrument Technician to join their dedicated team in Nairobi
    Responsibilities

    Inspects tests, adjusts, and repairs electric, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instruments and systems used to indicate, record, and control generating operations in conventional or nuclear power electric generating plant: Inspects meters, indicators, and gauges to detect abnormal fluctuations.
    Tests accuracy of flow meters, pressure gauges, temperature indicators, controllers, radiation counters or detectors, and other recording.
    Traces out and tests electronic solid state and vacuum tube circuitry and components to locate defective parts in analog and digital, protection, or radiation monitoring systems, using test equipment, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
    Removes defective instruments from system, decontaminates, disassembles, and cleans instruments, and replaces defective parts.
    Reassembles instruments and replaces instruments in system, using hand tools.
    Lubricates instruments and replaces defective wiring and tubing.
    Calibrates readings on instruments according to standards and adjusts phasing and aligns stages to ensure accuracy of recording and indicating function.
    Records calibrations made, parts and components used, and inventory of parts on hand.

    Requirements

    Must have diploma in Instrumentation & electronics from technical training institute
    Minimum 5 Years hands on experience in Instrumentation maintenance and Trouble shooting.
    Experience in dairy, food, beverage, FMCG is an added advantage.

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  • Factory Manager

    Factory Manager

    The Factory manager will be tasked with overseeing and managing all daily production operations of the plant and ensuring that policies and procedures are followed.
    He will be tasked with developing processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity.
    Objectives

    Meeting production targets at the right cost.
    Proper reconciliation of stock reconciliation and relevant reports
    Effective people Management and workplace organization on the shop floor.
    Safe Plant Operations.
    Engineering maintenance.

    Responsibilities

    Manage and Process Products by supervising staff; planning, organizing and monitoring work flow through the Factory, ensuring adherence to Quality standards and optimal returns.
    Implement strategies in line with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus and provide leadership to staff.
    To ensure health and safety provisions and regulations are complied with and the safety risks and hazards are mitigated.
    Ensure that the factory complies with Quality control standards such as Total Quality Management (TQM), the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Food Safety.
    Ensure that the Plant complies with local and international statutory and Regulatory requirements.
    Manage the manufacturing operations and ensure an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) of 80% with an efficient maintenance schedule.
    Planning and organizing production schedules, ensuring the manufacturing process are run smoothly and in a timely manner.
    Ensuring compliance of operations with company policy as well as relevant statutory obligations.
    Planning and controlling of costs versus budget.
    Planning and controlling of resources (Equipment, People, Material).
    Maintenance of all equipment through inspection, cleaning & inspection, continuous care and preventive maintenance.
    Creating and maintaining a positive work environment for all employees, develop a mentorship & team development.

    Skills & Qualifications

    Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Science. Diploma in Business Management a plus.
    Minimum 5 years proven managerial experience in a similar role, preferably in a FMCG set up.
    Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources).
    Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
    Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills.
    Knowledge of GMP, Kaizen/TPM/TQM/Lean manufacturing techniques a must.
    Hands on experience with Quality Systems such as ISO:9001 and ISO:22000
    Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Chief Technical Officer

    Chief Technical Officer

    Job description
    BURN is looking for a Chief Technical Officer who will be based from BURN’s modern, solar-powered manufacturing facility in Nairobi, Kenya. Their overall responsibility will be to bring new products through the product development process and launch them into the factory, including design, testing, engineering, process development, and developing/launching new production lines.
    Roles and Responsibilities:

    Responsible for the smooth technical operation of the factory. Response to breakdowns in the factory, including root cause analysis, engineering solutions, and troubleshooting.
    Team management of engineers, testing, maintenance and workshop. Work closely with designers, market research, factory management, Quality Control.
    Develop SOP’s, WI, specs, tolerances, QA processes and procedures.
    Spec, source, install and commission equipment.
    Design and produce production forming assembly and QC tooling as well as custom factory equipment. Develop and maintain factory processes.
    Oversee initial production of new products.
    Create and adhere to budgets and timelines.
    Equipment selection and startup.
    Sheet metal fabrication techniques.

    Requirements

    General machine shop knowledge, including CNC equipment.
    Must have launched at least 1 production line.
    Must have developed at least 1 consumer product.
    Jig and fixture design.
    Tool and die or mould experience.
    Working knowledge of materials, specifically metals and plastics.
    Basic Knowledge and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
    Degree in engineering.
    Experience working in Africa is a plus.

  • Maintenance Engineer – Converting Engineer

    Maintenance Engineer – Converting Engineer

    Job Description
    The successful Candidate will be in charge of Management and Maintenance of existing Mechanical infrastructure within the Converting Division.
    S/He will be tasked with a duty to improve the overall process of mechanical design to meet performance goals including verification and validation during development, this means to:
    Job Responsibilities

    Evaluate and review records of maintenance and condition checks to incorporate efficiency,  preventive and predictive maintenance.
    Work hand in hand with process owners , Electrical team and other related teams to develop or improve processes with an aim of providing a better product, increase in production, energy efficiency as well as operator friendly operation.
    Plan and carry out Preventive and Scheduled Maintenance of Machinery and Equipment.
    Ensure maximum uptime for Machinery and Equipment. (Maximum Availability).
    Ensure that records are maintained as required.
    Evaluate spare requirement and ensure critical spares are available.
    Trouble shoot problems on machines and come up with permanent solutions.
    Improve the mechanical process to meet company quality goals.
    Closely work and share information with teammate and other teams.
    Creation and maintenance of design documentation (mechanical BOM, drawings, instruction etc…).
    Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the day to day activities of the Converting Mechanical engineering team.

    Installation of new equipment, or changing layout of existing ones, which includes to:
    Work as Project manager in development teams if appointed for a project.
    Support with technical input and feasibility study for PRS and new project opportunities.
    Plan and carry out mechanical verification and validation.
    Carry out mechanical design or coordinate with sub supplier.
    Design the layout floor according to the production requirements.

    Assist the Head of Converting Division and support in Production planning and scheduling while supporting other related departments with an objective to meet the Company’s goals.
    Help in other KAIZEN Projects, including:

    Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE): Collection of data and assistance to calculate the OEE factor.
    Kaizen as a tool to help in improving current tasks.
    Single Minute Exchange of Dye (SMED) Project.
    Skill matrix for fitters.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production/ Plant Engineering with at  least 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing Plant, with 2 years in the Converting division at a supervisory level

    OR

    Diploma in Mechanical / Production/ Plant Engineering with at least 10years’ experience in a manufacturing Plant, with 4 years in the Converting division at a supervisory level
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