Chebut Tea Factory Co. Ltd Jobs in Kenya

Chebut Tea Factory Co. Ltd is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, dynamic and self motivated persons to fill the following vacant positions.

Factory Mechanic

Reporting to the Plant Technician - the successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Carrying out plant maintenance as per approved procedures;
  • Ensuring timely changeover, shut down and start-up of production equipment;
  • Fabricating machine and equipment components as per requirements;
  • Carrying out maintenance and repairs of machinery and steam supply systems;
  • Welding of components as and


    when required;
  • Ensuring minimal equipment breakdown;
  • Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety measures and regulations;
  • Performing any other duty as may be assigned.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:-
  • 'O' Level Division II or KCSE 'C' plain;
  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (plant option) from a recognized institution;
  • At least 3 years working experience in a busy manufacturing plant;
  • Must be computer literate;
  • Between 28 and 35 years old.
Artisan - Multipurpose Lathe Operator

Reporting to the Plant Technician - the successful candidate will be responsible for:-
  • Ensuring timely sharpening and changing of CTC rollers;
  • Filling and machining of worn out machinery parts;
  • Setting machinery to meet product quality standards;
  • Participating in installation and commissioning of new equipment;
  • Observing and complying with environmental, health and safety measures and regulations;
  • Performing any other duty as may be assigned.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:-
  • 'O' Level Division II or KCSE 'C' plain;
  • Machinist Government Trade Test grade I or Craft Certificate grade I;
  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production option with a bias in machining) will be an added advantage;
  • At least 3 years working experience in a busy manufacturing plant;
  • Between 28 and 35 years old.
Artisan - Electrical

Reporting to the Plant Technician - the successful candidate will be responsible for:-
  • Ensuring timely rewinding and repair of electric motors;
  • Diagnosing faults and ensuring timely preventive and corrective maintenance of motors;
  • Participate in installation of electrical systems and equipment;
  • Maintenance of electrical equipment in the factory within the set standards;
  • Maintaining high standards of hygiene in the work area;
  • Performing any other duty as may be assigned.
The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:-
  • 'O' Level Division II or KCSE 'C' plain;
  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Power option) with a bias in motor rewinding;
  • At least 3 years working experience in a busy manufacturing plant;
  • Computer literate;
  • Between 28 and 35 years old.
Interested candidates who meet the above minimum requirements for these positions are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CVs, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of at least three (3) referees to the address below to reach not later than 16th April 2010.

The Factory Unit Manager,
Chebut Tea Factory Co. Ltd,
P. 0. Box 378,
Kapsabet

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.