Job Summary
Our client is one of the largest manufacturing companies in East Africa. They now seek to recruit a dynamic, exceptional and visionary leader with good professional and ethical standing to fill the position of the General Manager, Production. He/ She will be reporting to the Managing Director.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and oversee the implementation of the production operations strategy tied to the Strategic plan;
Prepare and implement the approved production budget/plan in liaison with the Managing Director and the Executive Committee;
Spearhead research and development initiatives in the improvement of production standards, new products and cost effective production methods including plant improvement and reliability reviews;
Review and develop production methods and techniques to ensure proper utilization of resources;
Ensure continues improvement of performance in production operations in standards and production technologies to achieve planned goals and objectives efficiently;
Ensure production operations meet quality standards and enforce high standards for work place safety, environmental compliance, and legal compliance in the production process;
Coordinate plant maintenance to ensure preventive and corrective actions are timely taken and ensure plant availability to meet scheduled production targets;
Lead product realization process to ensure effective plant capacity utilization in production;
Prepare Board and Management production reports tied to Company’s performance;
Lead, manage develop capacity of the production team by creating an enabling working environment, enhancing team spirit and talent development in the technical capacity of the Company manpower;
Conduct annual Performance Evaluations with direct reports and ensure all employees under the reporting structure have their performance reviewed at least annually;
QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Must be a Kenyan Citizen.
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Electrical, Chemical, Textile, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering and Industrial Chemistry.
Master’s degree in any of the following fields, Business Administration, Electrical, Chemical, Textile Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial Chemistry and Strategic Management.
High level of analytical and performance management skills.
Must have at least ten (10) years’ experience of which five (5) years should be in Senior Management Position in a reputable manufacturing organization.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to physically inspect plant equipment and the ability to work extended distances over unpaved terrain in all weather conditions.
Proficiency in computer applications.
