Position: Feed Mill Operator
Employer: Nuru Kenya Social
Enterprises
Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Job
Type: Full
Time, Contract
About
the Organization: Nuru
Kenya Social Enterprises funds sustainable poverty eradication in rural
communities by investing in local entrepreneurs and incubating a diverse
portfolio of profitable businesses in the developing world.
Nuru
Kenya Social Enterprises is looking for an experienced professional to fill the
position of Feed mill operator.
The
person shall directly report to the NKSE Poultry Business Line Manager.
Position
Objective:
1.
To manufacture, inspect, sell and deliver feed and related
products in a manner that will optimize the Nuru social enterprise’s market
share and savings, improve the efficiency, help achieve the mission and goals,
and result in outstanding customer service.
2.
To direct, promote, and coordinate the mill production and feed
delivery employees, facilities and equipment in conjunction with Department
Manager that will serve customers, increase market share and savings, control
expenses, to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Nuru social
enterprise’s to its customers and members
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may
be assigned.
Operations:
- Operations
involves leading in the efficient operation of the mill and warehouse
- Assist
with assigned local mix schedule and prepare mixes to specifications in a
timely manner
- Maintain
equipment on a regular schedule to avoid breakdowns and anticipate and
plan for major overhauls requiring shut-downs.
- Responsible
for sweeping up the loadout, mill office and mill floor.
- Responsible
for making sure all ingredients and containers are in their proper place.
- Maintain
quality of mixes above standards set by Nuru Social Enterprises ltd
- Maintain
productivity (labor, maintenance, supplies, utilities)
- Maintain
a safe and dependable fleet of equipment
- Oversee
feed deliveries to patrons to ensure accuracy, timeliness and efficiency.
- Take
ingredient, local mix, and customer mix samples and retain them for future
reference.
- Account
for each mix or other service to ensure accurate inventory control
- Receive
inventory, store it, and keep it saleable.
- Report
inventory items which should be placed on order
- Prepare
and file feed records
- Implement
procedures to increase production and lower costs.
- Monitor
maintenance of feed mills and rolling stock related to the feed division
- Responsible
for the safety of employees and customers in the feed mill, and coordinate
safety issues with the total company.
- Attend
product training, merchandising, and Nuru meetings as requested
- Ensure
passing of all feed quality audits.
Deliveries and Pickups:
- Deliveries
and pickups involve delivering and picking up orders as assigned.
- Ensure
all feed order are mixed correctly prior to loading or delivery
- Inspect
all feeds as they are being loaded and unloaded
- Verify
all items listed on the mix order are loaded and delivered
- Ensure
customer is provided with the exact ration and amount that was ordered
- Safety
and Maintenance: Safety and maintenance involves maintaining equipment and
facilities, mixing bulk orders safely, and following regulations.
- Maintain
mill and warehouse equipment and facilities
- Maintain
housekeeping standards in feed mill
- Observe
OSHA, and legal regulations as required
- Follow
all company policies.
Other:
The
feed mill operator will perform duties as assigned by management and will
enforce and uphold all Nuru policies including but not limited to the
following.
- Uphold
and implement all Nuru policies.
- Communicate
the company goals and results to the production and delivery staff.
- Informs
supervisor of potential problems or potential new business opportunities
directly or indirectly related to Nuru
- Lose
no customer due to quality of product or service provided.
- Perform
other duties requested by management
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Directly
supervises 5 - 8 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in
accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities
include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work;
appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Qualifications (Education / Experience):
- Minimum
of 5 year experience in feed milling Industry
- Diploma
in animal nutrition or related
- Must
have a working knowledge of mixing, operating grain roller mill, pellet
mill, receiving system, grinding machinery, block press and lift truck.
- Ability
to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures
- A
pre-employment drug screen will be conducted
- Farming
background is preferred
Working Conditions
- Work
will be performed 80 % in Kisumu and 20% in Isebania
- Work
regular business hours or do shift work, which may include nights, early
mornings and weekends
Remuneration will be Commensurate with demonstrated skills and
experience.
Nuru Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we give equal opportunity to all qualified candidates.
Position: Poultry Health Manager
Employer: Nuru Kenya Social Enterprises
Location: Kisumu, Kenya
Job Type: Full Time, Contract
About the Organization: Nuru Kenya Social Enterprises funds sustainable
poverty eradication in rural communities by investing in local entrepreneurs
and incubating a diverse portfolio of profitable businesses in the developing
world.
Nuru Kenya Social Enterprise is comprised
of a Dairy, Poultry, and Consumer Products Business currently working in Migori
County, Kenya.
Nuru Kenya Social Enterprises is
looking for an experienced professional to fill the position of Poultry Health
Manager.
The person shall directly report to
the NKSE Poultry Business Line Manager.
Duties
- Maintaining safe work practices of all
employees and contractors on site
- Ensuring the welfare of livestock, feed
ordering, ventilation management, vaccination, record keeping etc. are
met.
- Managing and leading a team of people
- Compliance with legislative and assurance
scheme standards
- Compilation of weekly and Monthly reports.
- Diagnosis and post-mortems, demonstration on
vaccine administration.
- Conducting farmer seminars, group discussions,
trainings and farm visits.
- Marketing of poultry products like broiler
meat, eggs, manure and ex-layers
- Market intelligence/monitoring of competitor
activities.
- Maintain and grow customer data base.
- Conducting joint seminars and workshops for
farmers together with other stakeholders involved in the poultry industry.
The successful candidate will
successfully and efficiently provide organisation/management of the following
areas:
1.
Livestock health,
2.
Environment and husbandry issues,
3.
Ensuring protocols and guidelines are
followed correctly,
4.
Liaising with management as necessary
on the above,
5.
Stock placement,
6.
Feed ordering,
7.
Health and safety of the flock and
employees,
8.
Bio-security,
9.
Building and equipment maintenance
The successful candidate should have:
- Agricultural qualification and preferably
degree in animal health or any related field
- Minimum 5 year experience in the poultry
industry
- Previous poultry experience - preferably in
commercial broilers & layer rearing
- A practical attitude - not afraid of hard work
- Good communication and leadership skills,
- The ability to motivate and influence others,
- A working knowledge of current legislation and
farm procedures,
- Good computer literacy skills
- A hands on approach to maintenance
- A valid driving licence
- Be progressive, forward thinking and
proactive.
Working Conditions
- Work will be performed 70 % in Kisumu and 30%
in Isebania
- Work regular business hours or do shift work,
which may include nights, early mornings and weekends
Remuneration will be Commensurate
with demonstrated skills and experience.
Nuru Kenya is an Equal Opportunity
Employer; we give equal opportunity to all qualified candidates.
How to Apply
Applicants to send their CVs and
supporting documents specifying their current and expected salary
to poultryjobs@nurusocialenterprises.org
addressed to the
Recruiting Manager,
Nuru Social Enterprise ltd,
P.O Box 176-40414
Isebania,
to reach us not later than 17th
April, 2016 5.00 Pm.
Canvassing will lead to immediate
disqualification!