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Title: Tea Factory Manager,
Location: Kiambu,
Salary: 150K-200K,
Our client is a leading tea manufacturer, with its factory based in Kiambu. They seek to hire a well-experienced Factory Manager to lead the production team in efficient and optimal production of the company’s tea blends.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and direct the production team to achieve operational goals in quality, yield, cost, delivery and output.
Ensure that quality tea is produced in a timely manner.
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
Coordinate, set up and implement standard operating procedure for all production operation.
Ensure laid down policies and procedures for accounting, payment, purchasing and selling of tea, are adhered to.
Develop and implement budgets and timescales with the General Manager
Organize and ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of all materials and payments for suppliers and from customers
Recruit suitably qualified staff and develop their skills to build a strong team
Manage labor costs with support from the HR officer.
Monitor standard of tea produced and implement quality control programs
Implement and drive continuous improvement activities through implementation of change management process and best practices.
Maintain records and compliance with local government bodies (NEMA, KEBS) to ensure the company is always compliant with government regulations
Skills & Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical, Agricultural or Production Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University.
At least 5-year experience in tea factory and field operations.
Proven experience in monitoring and supervising tea production
Knowledge and experience in Food safety management system, Rainforest Alliance Certification and other certification standards in the tea sector
Experience in people management and tea production supervision.
Training and experience in tea manufacturing will be an added advantage.
Knowledge and experience in Environmental, Occupational Health and safety in the work place
Strong with numbers and comfortable with technology
Excellent Communication skills
How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Tea Factory Manager) ********** or beforeFriday 10thApril 2020.
N.B:We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing.
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.
