Plant Manager - Nairobi, Kenya - Unga Limited

Description

We're looking for new talent to join our team

Role Purpose

Provide overall leadership in the Plant and have overall responsibility for running of the Plant operations in line with cost, profit, quality and productivity objectives.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Coordinate production of quality products in line with agreed production plans and cost
2. Lead the safe operation of the plant and comply with legal, legislate and corporate safety requirements
3. Ensure proper maintenance of plant and machinery for optimal performance and efficiency
4. Ensure optimum stock holding of all materials and spares consistent with requirements
5. Oversee sustainability of the site including strategic investment and improvement projects at the site e.g., Capital Expenditure Projects
6. Manage processes and plant activities in line with ISO 22000 standard requirements with an aim of realizing safe products that also meet statutory requirements as the minimum
7. Oversee work performance of staff including their deployment, learning and development and welfare in line with company policy
8. Set objectives, provide direction and support team to deliver world class performance in terms of service, quality, cost, safety, inventory accuracy and productivity
   
   Skills & Experience
   
   
   1. Graduate in Engineering, Business, Food Science or related field
   2. Diploma in Milling Technology would be an added advantage.
   3. Minimum eight (8) years' experience in production management and plant operations, four (4) of which should be at senior management level
   4. Proficiency in the use of MS Office suites
   5. Demonstrated people management skills and understanding of labour/HR laws and policies
   6. Understanding for statutory and regulatory requirements in flour milling
   7. Good understanding of Food Safety Management Systems and experience in their application in the food industry
   8. Good understanding of financial management
   9. Good understanding of supply chain operations and management