Production Supervisor Job in Kenya

Vacant Position: Production Supervisor

Location: Nairobi

Job Brief: The candidate will be incharge of Supervising and coordinating of sectional production  operations to ensure desired output, efficiency, raw material utilization and manpower are within acceptable standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

·  To carry out any duties as assigned by the HOD diligently.

·  Guiding and assisting of operators at the pack house.

·  Managing the allocated section to ensure products meet quality and quantity as per desired target.

·  Help in receiving raw materials and ensuring efficient utilization of the same by accounting for the same at the end of shift.

·  Allocating and supervising all the workers under his/her control.

·  On job training/mentoring new staff on their duties.

·  Ensure housekeeping on the floor, machine & machine surround area.

·  First level handling of sectional worker’s discipline and reporting the same.

·  Reporting and coordinating with the maintenance team in case of major break down.


·  Participating in brainstorming and root cause analysis to bring solutions to problems and/or innovation in the work area.

·  Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, Quality and Environmental
standards, and all other Company policies and procedures.

·  Support, encourage and develop the team and take ownership for team cohesion.

·  Proactively contribute to creating a good team atmosphere.

·  Keen on team performance.

Minimum Qualifications

·  At least college diploma/higher diploma or equivalent.

·  5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

·  Supervision of a number of staff.

·  Proven record on managing and driving team performance.

·  Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage diverse personalities.

·  Demonstrated leadership skills in a manufacturing environment

·  Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite

·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills Method of Application

How to Apply

If you qualify ,send your CV to jobs@employd.co.ke with the subject line Production Supervisor.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.