General
Manager
Manage
Factory Operations
- Report
directly to and work closely with the Director of Operations to be his
extension in a new factory location in the Rift Valley
- Plan
daily, weekly and monthly production schedules and oversee the execution
by factory staff
- Oversee
all materials movement; from raw material purchases though the operations
processes and up to finished goods storage and shipment
- Pro-active,
Attentive Management; spot problems before they escalate and continually
develop recommendations and options for improved efficiency and team
building for management consideration
Report
and ‘Manage Up’ to Executive Team
- Keeps
management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as
daily production reports, weekly updated & plans, and monthly reports
via DropBox and Cloud-based Inventory tools
- Contribute
to team effort by accomplishing related operational activities as needed
Perform
Secondary Operations Responsibilities
- Manage
the installation and maintenance of factory processing equipment (example;
nut dehuller, cold-press expeller and milling machine)
- Financial
management and control; assist the accounting team on payment management
and processing, including appropriate documentation of all transactions
from purchasing to selling
- Logistics;
organize and ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of all materials
and payments for suppliers and from customers
- Human
resource development; responsible for starting and building a team of up
to 15 factory workers in the Rift Valley, including:
1.
Recruiting and hiring of staff both to build a strong team and
manage labor costs
2.
Manage staff leave, maintain zero staff unrest, comply with NEMA
regulations, ensure zero workplace accidents, fire incidents and ensure staff
training as necessary
- Maintain
records and compliance with local government bodies (NEMA, KEBS, etc) to
ensure company is always in good operating standard
Requirements
for Position:
- 5+
years’ experience in Operations and Management positions
- 3-5
years’ experience in agri-processing business and machine maintenance
- Demonstrated
experience with simple agri-processing machines such as a nut dehuller,
oil expeller and/or milling machine
- Strong
advantage to those with prior experience in Kenya’s agribusiness sector
- Diploma
or Degree in Management or a Business related course preferred
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills in English
- Must
have the ability to handle pressure and be self-motivated
- Minimal
training available in fast-moving startup environment
- Strong
with numbers and comfort with technology
- Ability
to complete basic mathematical equations quickly and confidently
- Comfort
with computers and software including Microsoft Excel and inventory tools
- Individual
must have experience (preferred) or passion for agriculture
- Demonstrated
comfort in the agri-processing sector
- Background
of nut and/or oil processing strongly favored
- Preference
to those with valid driver’s license and ability as responsible driver
- Experience
with Rift Valley and Mt. Kenya region regions a plus
Location: While the final job
location will be in the Rift Valley, the team member should expect to spend up
to 6 months in Nanyuki undergoing training and mentorship from the Director of
Operations and factory staff here.
After
training and mentorship is complete, the role will relocate to the
Naivasha-Nakuru area where they will be responsible for initiating and
launching the operations of the 2nd factory from the ground-up.
How to Apply
How to Apply
