Plant Manager

Job Introduction

Adexen was mandated by an international FMCG Company to recruit a Plant Manager. The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Responsibilities

• The Plant Manager will be responsible for the planning, coordination and control of operations of entire manufacturing unit. The scope of the job involves production, repair & maintenance, inventory of raw material and spares, ensuring safety standards.
• Maximize the production and profitability of the factory while ensuring a noise free, smokeless, well illuminated, safe, clean, and environmentally friendly working environment
• Ensure cost effective production while maintaining quality and timely delivery
• Manage the supply chain in order to prevent over stocking and stock-out of raw materials and spare parts and finished goods
• Continually strive to reduce wastage in all areas of the factory such as energy, production defects, overlap of manpower, etc…
• Service of production lines to minimize downtime, fault finding to component level, modifications with up-grades to plant equipment calibration
• Ensure top quality throughout the production process resulting in finished goods that are sold at a premium
• Return repaired equipment to production with a first time pass
• Responsible for the selection and maintenance of machinery. Carry out validation testing on new equipment, whilst completing all relevant documentation along with maintaining a safe and healthy work environment and have good housekeeping practice of office and maintenance
• Ability to lead and efficiently manage the maintenance department and capable of introducing improvements to continue the development of LEAN manufacturing principles and assist with hands on involvement
• Monitor product standards and implementing quality-control programs
• Work with managers/supervisors/ operators to implement the company's policies and goals
• Ensure health and safety standards
• Assess the training need and regular training & development of operators & workers

Desired Skills and Experience

• Engineering Degree. MBA will be a plus.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar position within a international company
• Substantial managerial experience
• Fully conversant with industry standard
• Previous experience in Food & Beverages, Food production or any related industries will be a plus
• Good communication skills – oral, written and e-mail, and highly PC literate
• Natural leader & team player
• Strong and persuasive personality
• Ambitious and looking for a challenging work environment

We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.