Thursday, October 20, 2011

Cadbury Kenya QEHS Supervisor, Microbiologist Assistant, Mechanical / Electrical Technicians, Plant Mechanic and Technical Operators Jobs and Careers


Business Introduction

Cadbury Kenya & East Africa (CKL) is establishing the Nairobi Plant as a Centre of Excellence for manufacture of dry powders. This includes Cadbury Drinking Chocolate and Cadbury Cocoa.

Aligned to this strategic journey we are seeking to fill some roles based at our Nairobi Factory.

We are offering exciting career opportunities for someone with sound judgement, drive and a passion for winning.

If you are interested in joining us, apply for these positions.

Career Opportunities

QEHS Supervisor & Microbiology

1 Position

Reporting to: QEHS Manager

Job Purpose

This position will monitor, control and maintain EHS and food microbiological quality activities as per the set standards and procedures to ensure consistent product quality and safety; employees, contractors, visitors health and safety; and to protect and conserve the environment.

Key Accountabilities
Ensure raw material, work in progress, environment and finished goods undergo microbiological analysis as per the Cadbury Kenya & East Africa Ltd requirementsPrepare and maintain daily microbiological records for analysis to identify potential or current problematic areasLiaise with external laboratories for sampling and analyses of specified samplesAssist in the implementation of quality assurance and laboratory programsAssist in reviewing, implementation and maintaining of QEHS policies, procedures and guidelinesCollect and collate Environment Health and Safety (EHS) data for internal and global reporting as well as maintaining contacts with partners in health and safety, including government and coordinating both internal and external EHS CommunicationsAssist in providing advice on EHS to line departments and promote EHS plans and supervise, monitor, evaluate and report performance against the plansAssist in preparing of EHS training plan, and in coordination with the Human Resource Partner provide relevant training to staff and maintaining auditing expertise and ensure execution of the annual EHS audit programs Person Specification
Bachelors Science degree preferably in Food Science and Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution.Postgraduate diploma in Occupational Health & Safety and or Environment ManagementA minimum of three years experience with a reputable manufacturing environmentThorough knowledge on environment, occupational health and safety regulationsWorking knowledge of the following Integrated Management Systems QMS ISO 9001:2000, EMS ISO 14001:2004, FSMS ISO 22000: 2005 and OHSAS ISO 18001:2009Good knowledge of statistics, report writing, and an eye for accuracyGood communication and interpersonal skillsEHS & Microbiologist Assistant

1 Position

Reporting to: QEHS Supervisor

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for monitoring, controlling & maintaining the QEHS activities in the site as per the set standards to ensure conformity to defined specifications

Key Accountabilities
To inspect and do random sampling of raw materials, semiprocessed and finished products as scheduled for physical, microbiological & chemical analyses to verify that they meet the set specifications.To carry out daily water testing and treatment to ensure water quality is maintained.To provide the required laboratory services to production to ensure semi-processed products and finished products meet the defined specifications.To receive and inspect the market returns (customer complaints) from the market for investigations and replacements/compensation.To carry out daily HACCP audits to verify that safe and wholesome products are made.Assisting in pest control activities as scheduled to prevent insects, birds and rodents infestation.Preparation of weekly tasting sessions.Carry out first aid duties in the laboratoryCollection and preparation of laboratory non-hazardous records.Carry out QEHS inspections in the laboratory.Person Specification
Minimum diploma in Food Science or equivalentMinimum 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment preferredknowledge on environment, occupational health and safety regulationsGood knowledge of statistics, report writing, and an eye for accuracyMechanical Technician

1 Position

Reporting to: Maintenance Controller

Job Purpose

The job holder shall be responsible for expeditiously carrying out breakdown repairs and planned preventive maintenance of the plant to achieve the set targets of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Global Efficiency (GE), and Quality, Environment, Health and Safety (QEHS) standards, within he established procedures.

Key Accountabilities
Inspect and attend to breakdowns on all machinery, equipment, plant, company utility services and buildings required for production purposesInstallation, fabrication, repairs and monitoring the manufacturing facility and carrying out general repairs in factory and office facilitiesInspection of machines for internal faults & over-hauling for maintenanceOperating and monitoring the Pneumatic System, Fire Alarm and Extinguisher system, Air Conditioning Systems, Effluent Treatment Plant, Electric Fence, Refrigeration Systems and Power GeneratorsSupport the maintenance, cleaning and operation of Air conditioning and ventilation systems, Refrigeration Systems, Pneumatic SystemS, Fire Alarm and Fire Extinguisher systems, Effluent Treatment Plant, Electric Fence and Power GeneratorsTraining machine operators on newly commissioned machinery and assisting in setting machines as per product specificationsRecording, Analysis and control of utilities usage and maintenance in the Plant on a daily basisMaintain accurate records of all maintenance works executedCarrying out RCM II analysis and prepare reports Undertaking QEHS inspections, submitting the report to the Maintenance Controller plus taking corrective action to the non-conformancesApply safety Acts, Policies, Procedures, SOPs and agreements including safety of machines / equipment, self and personnel in the factoryAdhere to environmental act, legislation, policies, standards and agreements at all timesParticipate in achieving Engineering KPIs Monitor the performance of plant machinery and equipment and make recommendations to the Maintenance Controller for improvement including identifying spare parts required.Actively participate in control of resource utilization and identify cost savings and plant improvement opportunities and initiativesPerform process area walk-abouts to identify problems & opportunities for improvement including system changes Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Maintenance ControllerPerson Specification

In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that the ideal candidate will have:
Minimum higher diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalentMinimum 5 years experience in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing environmentTechnical knowledge and Expertise: Analytical and Logical thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting skillsConfident, innovative and proactive and have willingness and ability to work with minimal supervisionEnergetic, enthusiastic and ability to multi-skillStrong Team Player with high levels of accountability, responsibility, honesty and Integrity.Proficiency in Ms Office Packages and AutoCAD an added advantage.Electrical Technicians

2 Positions

Reporting to: Maintenance Controller

Job Purpose

The job holder shall be responsible for expeditiously providing machine and process specialised skill and knowledge to electrical, instrumentation and control functions to optimise and support the operations, breakdown repair, planned preventive maintenance and problem solving activities of the plant to achieve the set targets of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Global Efficiency (GE), and Quality, Environment, Health and Safety (QEHS) standards, within the established procedures.

Key Accountabilities
Inspect electrical, instrumentation and control functions of equipmentCarry out overhauls on electrical plant, machinery and equipment as part of preventive maintenanceAttend to Electrical and Electronic breakdowns on all machinery, equipment, plant, company utility services and buildings required for production purposesSupport the maintenance, cleaning and operation of Air conditioning and ventilation systems, Refrigeration Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Fire Alarm and Fire Extinguisher systems, Effluent Treatment Plant, Electric Fence and Power GeneratorsTraining machine operators on newly commissioned machinery and assisting in setting machines as per product specificationsRecording, Analysis and control of utilities usage and maintenance in the Plant on a daily basisMaintain accurate records of all maintenance works executedCarrying out RCM II analysis and prepare reportsUndertaking QEHS inspections, submitting the report to the Maintenance Controller plus taking corrective action to the non-conformancesApply safety Acts, Policies, Procedures, SOPs and agreements including safety of machines / equipment, self and personnel in the factory Adhere to environmental act, legislation, policies, standards and agreements at all timesParticipate in achieving Engineering KPIs Monitor the performance of plant machinery and equipment and make recommendations to the Maintenance Controller for improvement including identifying spare parts required.Actively participate in control of resource utilization and identify cost savings and plant improvement opportunities and initiativesPerform process area walk-abouts to identify problems & opportunities for improvement including system changes Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Maintenance ControllerPerson Specification

In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that the ideal candidate will have:
Minimum higher diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or equivalentMinimum 5 years experience in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing environmentTechnical knowledge and Expertise: Analytical and Logical thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting skillsBe confident, innovative and proactive and have willingness and ability to work with minimal supervision and for long hours – including Sat. and Sun.Energetic, enthusiastic and ability to multiskillStrong Team Player with high levels of accountability, responsibility, honesty and Integrity.Proficiency in Ms Office Packages and AutoCAD an advantage.Plant Mechanic

1 Position

Reporting to: Maintenance Controller

Job Purpose

The job holder shall be responsible for expeditiously carrying out breakdown repairs and maintenance of the plant and vehicles to achieve the set targets of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Global Efficiency (GE), and Quality, Environment, Health and Safety (QEHS) standards, within the established procedures.

Key Accountabilities
Inspect and attend to breakdowns on all machinery, vehicles, equipment, plant, company utility services and buildings required for production purposesInstallation, fabrication, repairs and monitoring the manufacturing facility and carrying out general repairs in factory and office facilitiesInspection of machines and vehicles for internal faults & over-hauling.Undertake emergency recovery services in case of plant and vehicle breakdowns.Carry out mechanical welding, fabrication and general plumbing works.Ensures compliance to the traffic regulation and driving codeCarry our minor repairs on motor vehicles and liaise with engineering stores supervisor for major repairs.Assists in carrying out purchases and other drop offsSupport the maintenance, cleaning and operation of Air conditioning and ventilation systems, Refrigeration Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Fire Alarm and Fire Extinguisher systems, Effluent Treatment Plant, Electric Fence and Power GeneratorsTraining machine operators on newly commissioned machinery and plant and assisting in setting machines as per product specificationsRecording, analysis and control of utilities usage and maintenance in the Plant on a daily basisMaintain accurate records of all maintenance works executedCarrying out RCM II analysis and prepare reports Undertaking QEHS inspections, submitting the report to the Maintenance Controller plus taking corrective action to the non-conformancesApply safety Acts, Policies, Procedures, SOPs and agreements including safety of machines / equipment, self and personnel in the factoryAdhere to environmental act, legislation, policies, standards and agreements at all timesParticipate in achieving Engineering KPIsMonitor the performance of plant machinery and equipment and make recommendations to the Maintenance Controller for improvement including identifying spare parts required.Actively participate in control of resource utilization and identify cost savings and plant improvement opportunities and initiativesPerform process area walk-abouts to identify problems & opportunities for improvement including system changes Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Maintenance ControllerPerson Specification

In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that the ideal candidate will have:
Minimum higher diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) or equivalentMinimum 5 years experience in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing environmentTechnical knowledge and Expertise: Analytical and Logical thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting skillsConfident, innovative and proactive and have willingness and ability to work with minimal supervisionEnergetic, enthusiastic and ability to multi-skill Strong Team Player with high levels of accountability, responsibility, honesty and Integrity.Proficiency in Ms Office Packages and AutoCAD an advantage.Technical Operator

5 Positions

Reporting to: Production Shift Leader

Job Purpose

The job holder shall be responsible for overseeing and operating the powder milling/mixing, Jar line or Sachet line process areas to achieve the set targets of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Global Efficiency (GE), and Quality, Environment, Health and Safety (QEHS) standards, within the established procedures.

Key Accountabilities
Ensure proper care and maintenance of machines through execution of daily operations and maintenance as per specified procedures on startups for the powder milling/mixing system, Jar line or Sachet line process areasMonitor the operating parameters of the process for continuity and efficiency of operations to realize the set production output targets of required quality standards. Oversee and perform product quality checks in process area [Quality at source]Oversee and comply to GMP standards through correct use of product change over procedures, sanitation of lines and equipment and maintenance SOPsOversee and adhere to HACCP and participate in HACCP reviewsOversee and conform to quality procedures and SOPs Execute the process area production plan. Control process waste in process area and carry out daily stocks reconciliation and maintain accurate recordsEnsure efficient operation of equipment in process area Perform process area walk-abouts to identify problems & opportunities for improvement including system changesActively participate in control of resource utilization and identify cost savings and plant improvement opportunities and initiativesManage correct use of PPE and safety devicesAdhere to all legislation and QEHS, policies, procedures requirements and regulationsApply and adhere to all safety acts, policies, procedures, SOPs and agreements. Be responsible for safety of machines/equipment, self and others Adhere to all environmental legislation, policies, standards, procedures and agreementsParticipate in formulation and achievement of Plant Vision, Production plans and Manufacturing KPIsDismantle and assemble machines during shutdown under the direction of the Maintenance Controller. Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Production Shift LeaderPerson Specification

In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that the ideal candidate will have:
Minimum higher diploma in Plant operation or equivalentMinimum 2 years experience in a similar role preferably in a manufacturing environmentTechnical knowledge and Expertise: Computer literate, First Aid, Analytical, Communication, Fork lift driving, problem solving and troubleshooting skillsConfident, innovative and proactive and have willingness and ability to work with minimal supervisionEnergetic, enthusiastic and ability to multi-skillStrong Team Player with high levels of accountability, responsibility, honesty and Integrity.Proficiency in Ms Office Packages.How to apply

Applicants should submit their CV’s to the Human Resources Advisor by the 27th October 2011.

Please note that only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be afforded an interview.

Cadbury Kenya is an equal opportunity employer

Cadbury Kenya Ltd
Ol Kalou Road, Industrial Area
P.O. Box 45466 -00100
Nairobi, Kenya
www.cadbury.com

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