RitePak Floor Production Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Job Description: This is a technical position that involves a broad range of responsibilities that will support  the manufacturing process on the production floor Essential Duties

Ensures operation of equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniquesMaintains work flow by monitoring steps of the process and setting processing variablesMaintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment and resourcesEnsuring products quality is maintained and good are manufactured according to established policies and proceduresCompiles and analyzes production data to ensure that the production process is run efficiently and cost effectivelyCoordinates with the sales team to ensure that needed components will be delivered to meet scheduled delivery datesMonitors inventory of products and raw materials to make sure raw materials are ordered on time to avoid shortagesAllocates human and material resources according to the production planTrains and monitors other production employees on proper use of equipmentParticipates as necessary in hiring temporary employees and related staffAssesses all phases of production operations to establish priorities and sequences for product completionWorks on continuous improvement of production processes to reduce waste increase efficiencyDiploma in mechanical/manufacturing engineeringPrevious experience is a managing/supervisory role5+ years in a manufacturing/production environmentWorking knowledge of plastic manufacturing is highly desirableProficiency in verbal, written and telephone communication skills and PC based systems and software, including Microsoft Office is an added bonusWillingness to work outside regular business hoursExperience in lean manufacturing desiredPlease include a cover letter with a statement on why you believe you are the best candidate for the job.

Also include your expected level of remuneration.

How to Apply

Please email: hr@ritepak.co.ke

Heifer International Production Advisor Job in Eldoret Kenya

Production Advisor - Eldoret

Summary: Our Client Heifer International is a global nonprofit humanitarian development organization dedicated to ending hunger and poverty and caring for the Earth by empowering small holder farm families around the globe to become self reliant and attain sustainable livelihood through economically viable animal agricultural enterprise.  

Dairy value chain development is one of the key inventions of Heifer International in the East Africa region and Kenya in particular. The intervention has been implemented through a major umbrella project, the East African Dairy Development project (EADD) which started in 2008 with the objective of doubling household dairy incomes.  
The five year pilot project which has just ended (EADD-1) was implemented by a consortium of five partners including Heifer International (the lead partner), Technoserve, the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), and African Breeders Services-Total Cattle Management. The project is now embarking on the second phase, EADD-2.

In Kenya, the second phase of the project will adopt a more private sector led strategy with the overall objective of building significant partnerships with public and private organizations for co-funding, innovative design and overall project expansion. 

In addition to focusing on institutional capacity building to potential partner institutions, the project will also pilot innovative techniques and approaches in the industry to provide important lessons on improving dairy cattle feeding, breeding and animal health practices.

Function: The Production Advisor will be responsible for supporting a minimum of two (2) producer organizations within a cluster to mobilize members in producer groups and support them increase dairy production. 

Provide technical support to Producer organization boards, staff and farmers on dairy production and productivity issues. You will be responsible for assuring increase in dairy production at farm level including ensuring that producer organizations have robust extension systems and access to inputs and services. 

Responsibilities

Mobilize farmers into dairy groups and thus facilitate them to form a legally registered producer organization.Facilitate training of farmer, farmer organizations and partners in   Heifer’s Value Based Holistic Community Development model.  Responsible and accountable for production and productivity performance of producer organizations within the assigned catchment area.Support producer organizations to setup robust extension systems that effectively serve smallholder farmers to increase production and productivity. Work with input service providers to ensure that quality services are delivered farmers - feeds, animal drugs, equipment, breeding services among others.Monitor production and productivity related indicator at producer organization level and thus provide timely advise to enable the producer organizations to achieve its productivity targets.Support producer organizations to prepare and thus implement feed plans, extension and breeding plans.  Mainstream gender youth activities and ensure that there is increased women participation in dairying within the hub catchment area.   Ensure that hubs have a robust production monitoring indicators and a data base for all dairy production and productivity parameters.  Submit timely weekly, monthly and quarterly reports with regard to progress at each producer organization.Represent the project on the producer organization board as an ex-officio.May perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned by management.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the fields of veterinary medicine, animal science or other related; 5 years’ experience in a mix of dairy production, value chain competitiveness, or agriculture development. Demonstrated experience in setting robust and sustainable extension systems for producer organizations. This requirement is in line with the need to have in built ‘exit strategies’ within the project as a measure of ensuring that there are self-sustaining businesses by project end.Significant experience in supporting producer organization to increase dairy production and productivity.Clear understanding of the dairy value chain and Heifer’s Value based model.Innovative, analytical, and solutions oriented.Strong farmer mobilization skills.Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategies aimed at providing institutional capacity building’ to key partner institutions with a view to build a more efficient, competitive, and sustainable dairy industry.  Knowledge of income and expense budget preparation and monitoring.A good understanding and sensitivity to issues associated with poverty, hunger and environment, and knowledge of the context to which non-profit organizations operate.Demonstrated knowledge of the latest developments in advancing good/best practices in value chain development that reaches women, youth, and underprivileged. Excellent organizational skills.Proficient knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, electronic mail (Microsoft Office preferred) and Internet.Knowledge of and experience with developing private/public partnerships at the district level.Demonstrated proficiency in English and other local languages, both oral and written.Essential Job Functions and Physical DemandsPreparing and presenting documents in a well-designed and attractive format with superior attention to detail.Ability to understand, appreciate and implement Heifer’s Value Based Holistic Community Development.  Demonstrated creativity, ability to think systematically, willingness and ability to incorporate innovative solutions and design catalytic activities within the production dairy value chain (e.g. the concept of business development service provision).Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively, tactfully and diplomatically with culturally diverse groups of people.Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues and the general public.Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout Kenya and other EADD project sites.May require constant sitting; working at a computer and focusing for extended periods of time and performing office environment activities while on the road and/or in remote conditions.Working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.Ability to manage and execute multiple tasks with little supervision while meeting sometimes inflexible deadlines.You should only apply for only one position and your application should include a cover letter that demonstrates why you are the best suited candidate for it; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience; details of current and expected remuneration; a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees. All applications and enquiries should be sent to

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Closing date: Friday, 13th December 2013

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Production Engineer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Production Engineer

Industry: Automotive - Motor Cycle Assembly

Location: Nairobi

Our client, a new motorbike company in East Africa seeks to recruit a production engineer. 

The ideal candidate will oversee and supervise the mounting and assembly of motorcycles.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Overseeing the assembling of components into a motorcycleSupervising the Mounted assembled components, such as engines, batteries, wiring harnesses, electronics, wheels and subassemblies on motorcycle frameTraining mechanics on the assembling, bleeding and testing of  hydraulic fluid systemsEffectively managing all required paperwork such as Assembly Records, Test Reports and Non-Conformance Reports as required in a timely and organized mannerPerforming inspection using measuring instruments and electronic test equipment to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specification and standardsPerforming roll testing, on-road test riding and pre-delivery inspectionsWorking with management in developing and implementing appropriate assembling proceduresHelping the management in inventory planning, parts procurement and  picking partsTraining other assembly technicians and oversee assembly process start to finishDegree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or any related fieldA minimum of  5 yrs experience in mechanical assembly, repair and maintenance. Those with experience with motor cycle will ave an added advantage.Good mechanical reasoning, strong analytical and problem solving skillsAbility and willingness to comply with work orders and work instructions, follow production drawings and respond to verbal instructionWillingness to Travel within and outside the countryKnowledge in 4-stroke engines and transmission technology desiredKnowledge in electrical, exhaust and fuel systems desiredAbility to read part drawings, bill of materials and schematicsAbility to operate tire mounting and balancing machinerySalary: Salary is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.

If you are up to the challenge, send your CV only indicating (Production Engineer. Motor Cycle Company) on the email subject to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 15th July 2013.

Please indicate current or last salary and explain why you would like the position. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Recruiting Manager
Corporate staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, 

Senior Creative & Production Executives Jobs in Kenya

Senior Creative & Production Executives
Radio Africa Group, home of the best radio and TV talent, is a fast growing media company running 5 radio stations, one TV channel and a leading newspaper. We are seeking seasoned and talented creatives keen on breaking through into management positions.
Reporting to the Group Head of Creative and Production, the Senior Creative & Production Executives will manage and provide overall strategic leadership aimed at growing and expanding the creative and production function for the Radio Africa Group of companies.Write, direct and produce award winning adverts.Embrace and implement workflow management culture that increases the effectiveness of the Creative & Production function across the group.Provide guidance and strategic direction in the production of promotions, radio commercials, spot advertisements and other creative material for radio stations and television and external clients ¡n line with the Company’s creative strategy.Assist the Sales Team in conducting a needs assessment for clients and surpass client expectations.Help to increase the revenue streams of the departmentUniversity Degree ¡n Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Economics or related fieldDiploma in TV, Radio, Production or related fieldProfessional training in sales is an added advantageCopywriter certificationMinimum of 5 years experience in a similar position in an agency.A gifted and well experienced creativeShould have excellent leadership, interpersonal and coordinating skillsA resilient, energetic and self driven personA strong business acumenSound understanding of productionAll applications should include a portfolio ofyour work and current gross salary.
Radio Africa Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidate. Applications with the subject “Senior Creative & Production Executive” should be addressed to the Group Human Resource Manager via e-mail: hr@radioafricagroup.co.ke so as to reach us by 5th July 2013. Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees as well as the current and expected salary. In light of the expected high number of applications for this position, we will only contact shortlisted candidates.Radio Africa Group and its companies do not charge a recruitment fee and neither do we work with recruiting agencies or persons who charge a recruitment fee.

Senior Creative & Production Executives Jobs in Kenya

Senior Creative & Production Executives
Radio Africa Group, home of the best radio and TV talent, is a fast growing media company running 5 radio stations, one TV channel and a leading newspaper. We are seeking seasoned and talented creatives keen on breaking through into management positions.
Reporting to the Group Head of Creative and Production, the Senior Creative & Production Executives will manage and provide overall strategic leadership aimed at growing and expanding the creative and production function for the Radio Africa Group of companies.Write, direct and produce award winning adverts.Embrace and implement workflow management culture that increases the effectiveness of the Creative & Production function across the group.Provide guidance and strategic direction in the production of promotions, radio commercials, spot advertisements and other creative material for radio stations and television and external clients ¡n line with the Company’s creative strategy.Assist the Sales Team in conducting a needs assessment for clients and surpass client expectations.Help to increase the revenue streams of the departmentUniversity Degree ¡n Marketing, Public Relations, Sales, Economics or related fieldDiploma in TV, Radio, Production or related fieldProfessional training in sales is an added advantageCopywriter certificationMinimum of 5 years experience in a similar position in an agency.A gifted and well experienced creativeShould have excellent leadership, interpersonal and coordinating skillsA resilient, energetic and self driven personA strong business acumenSound understanding of productionAll applications should include a portfolio ofyour work and current gross salary.
Radio Africa Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidate. Applications with the subject “Senior Creative & Production Executive” should be addressed to the Group Human Resource Manager via e-mail: hr@radioafricagroup.co.ke so as to reach us by 5th July 2013. Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees as well as the current and expected salary. In light of the expected high number of applications for this position, we will only contact shortlisted candidates.Radio Africa Group and its companies do not charge a recruitment fee and neither do we work with recruiting agencies or persons who charge a recruitment fee.

Quality Assurance Officer, Administration Assistant, Stores Supervisor, Production Supervisor Jobs in Kenya

Overall management of the quality control processConducting audits, investigating internal and external customer complaintsWaste ManagementManage internal & external calibrationBsc. social science or closely related field, 3 years of professional experience in quality control in the manufacturing sector.Collection, Handling and signing delivery notes.Assist in the preparation of daily invoicingIn charge of overall filing in the departmentKCSE C+, Diploma in business administration, & 1 year working experience in clerical/Administrative duties.
Responsible for the management of the stores, ensuring proper controls, availability, storage, of stocks and other supplies for continuous business operations.Diploma in stock related studies &3 years working experience as a stores supervisor.
Assist in the overall supervision including monitoring, co-ordination and ensure efficient and effective smooth running of the press floor.Diploma in printing & 1 year working experience in a printing firm.Forward resume certificate copies and expected remuneration to lpevacancies@gmail.com by 28/06/2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

FMCG Production Manager Job in Thika Kenya

Our client, a food and beverage manufacturing company seeks to hire an experienced Production Manager to plan, coordinate and control production activities and ensure products are produced efficiently and that the correct amount is produced at the right cost and level of quality.
 Overseeing the production process, drawing up a production scheduleEnsuring that the production is cost effectiveMaking sure that products are produced on time and are of good qualityWorking out the human and material resources needed and drafting a timescale for the jobEstimating costs and setting the quality standardsMonitoring the production processes and adjusting schedules as neededBeing responsible for the selection and maintenance of equipmentMonitoring product standards and implementing quality-control programmesLiaising among different departments, e.g. suppliers, managersWorking with managers to implement the company's policies and goalsEnsuring that health and safety guidelines are followedSupervising and motivating a team of workersReviewing worker performance and identifying training needsAt least a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production option) or any related fieldA minimum of 5 years experience in a similar position in a busy manufacturing companyOutstanding people management and communication skillsSelf driven with good technical skillsIf you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 21st June, 2013. Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pharmaceutical Production Head, Maintenance and Production Supervisor Jobs in Kenya

A local leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company is seeking to recruit persons to fill the positions below:B. Pharmacy,3 -5 years experience in Pharmaceutical ManufacturingHND/ Mechanical Engineering, 3-5 years experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.BSc. Chem/ Chem. Engineering / IndustrialChemistry 3-5 years in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.If you qualify, send your testimonials to the email address, applynow58@gmail.com not later than June 26th 2013.